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Lot 952
  • 952

Two Regency grained-rosewood tub chairs early 19th century

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 USD
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Description

  • painted wood
  • height of tallest 29 in.
  • 73.7 cm

Condition

Fair condition; the first with losses to both ball-form hand holds to armrests; metal L brackets to at joint of armrests and armrests supports; appears to have been originally caned with infilled caning holes; the larger chair with old repaired breaks at joins of cresting rail and stiles; this chair was also originally caned with infilled caning holes to cresting rails and sides; lacking caster wheels; both with refreshed decoration with small chips and losses to edges ; both chairs are sturdy and with later springing to seats. Upholstery in fair condition.
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.