拍品 236
  • 236

Four Italian walnut savonarola armchairs 16th/17th century and later

估價
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
招標截止

描述

  • Walnut
of similar design, one with a gadroon-carved shaped top-rail ornamented with a coat of arms, with paterae carved arms and folding supports, one chair bearing a label: FOLDING CHAIR/ITALIAN 16TH CENTURY/LENT BY THE BOSTON ATHENEUM, and with a inventory number in red paint, BA/W/493

Condition

Chair 1: (with carved top--rail) restoration to the left hand arm, both arms later, one arm support missing, old worm damage to the seat, some losses to carved detail, platforms possibly later. Chair 2: Some losses to the the top-rail, top-rail cracked, some worm damage and minor losses to carving. Chair 3 Later stretcher, old losses to timber. Chair 4 Later stretcher and platforms, back-rest cracked. All have old marks and scratches throughout.
"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."