Good condition overall. The wood presents with some light surface scratches, a few scuff marks and minute dents and chips scattered but mostly concentrated along the edges, consistent with age and use. The bottom of the legs with some scratches, small dents, small chips of wood and small black stains. The seams of the wooden structure presents with some craquelure. The varnish with minor craquelure consistent with age and is not visually distracting. The bottom of the legs with some scratches, small dents, small chips of wood and some small black stains. The leather cords are dry on each chair with scattered scratches and craquelures. One chair with three broken straps, the other chair with two broken straps.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."