Lot 591
  • 591

Very Fine and Rare Pair of Queen Anne Walnut Compass-Seat Side Chairs, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1760

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • walnut
  • Height 40 7/8 in.
each appears to retain their original surface.

Condition

Wear commensurate with age and use. One of the pair with a one-inch patch to the point of the medial flat stretcher and a 1/4-inch old loss to the base of the splat, just above the shoe.
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.
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