- 110
Charles Robert Ashbee (1863 - 1942)
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A rare armchair
- 109cm. high, 77cm. wide, 66cm. deep;
- 3ft 7in., 2ft 6¼in., 2ft 2in.
oak, the back with a curved triple splat, spreading arms, drop-in seat, on square tapering legs
Literature
An identical chair can be seen in a photograph of a Cheyne Walk interior, The Studio Yearbook of Decorative Art, 1907, p. 47, see below. A side chair with inlaid splat is illustrated, Der Moderne Stil, vol. 7 (1905), pl. 8, fig. 6.
Condition
An attractive chair of generous proportions in good condition. Colour is slightly darker than implied by catalogue illustration. Some old marks and scratches, especially around edges and feet, but these are not serious. Piece has been repolished. Seat later upholstered. Joints very slightly loose. Inside top edge of left arm (facing) slightly lighter colour than the rest. A classic example ready for use and display.
"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."
"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."