Lot 773
  • 773

Fine Queen Anne Carved Walnut Compass-Seat Side Chair, Philadelphia, Circa 1745

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • The chair is numbered III, the front seat inscribed with ink the letter K, seat frame inscribed with an indistinct signature
  • walnut
  • Height 41 1/4 in.
the chair is numbered III; the front seat inscribed with ink the letter K; seat frame inscribed with an indistinct signature; retains a dark, rich historic surface.

Provenance

John S. Walton, Inc., New York;
Mr. and Mrs. William T. Earls, Cincinnati, Ohio;
Sotheby's, New York, Important Americana including Property Approved for Deaccession by the Board of Trustees of Historic Deerfield, January 20, 2007, sale 8278, lot 306;
Alan Miller, Quakertown, Pennsylvania.

Condition

Wear commensurate with age and use. The slipseat reinforced with modern screws.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.