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A Pair of George III mahogany library armchairs Circa 1765
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
on casters. Rails reinforced, some brackets replaced.
Provenance
Norman Adams, Ltd., London
Acquired from the above, November, 4, 1997
Condition
Overall good condition, the seats with springing, rails reinforced with additional rails and blocks; front right bracket replaced to the first chair, left and right side brackets possibly replaced, front left bracket with two replaced sections; the front right bracket probably later and with losses and old repaired breaks, the left and right side brackets replaced; casters replaced; overall with old marks, scratches, scuffs and bruises.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
These chairs are in the Chippendale manner and can be compared with similar examples illustrated in The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director of 1754, notably the 'Chinese Chairs' in plate XXIII, which displays a related pattern of interlaced fretwork to the legs.