A George II mahogany settee Circa 1755

Sold, Parke-Bernet Galleries, Property from the Collection of Mrs. John E. Rovensky, January 15-1, 1957, lot 990 illus.

The Collection of Elizabeth Hartz, sold in these rooms, October 22, 1999, lot 394 (formerly with a needlework cover)

Arthur Stannard Vernay, Decorations and English Interiors, New York: William Heilburn Inc., 1928, pl. 37 (pair of armchairs from the same suite)

Overall good restored condition; upholstered with springing; old repaired breaks to the left handhold at join with the top of the armrest support which also has an old repaired break; old repaired crack to the bottom of the left armrest support; old repaired breaks to the right handhold at join with the op of the armrest which has a small replaced section to the back; replaced section to front left corner of frieze approximately 1 ½ inch by 2 ¾ inches; two age cracks to frieze to right side near front right corner; tip to front right bracket replaced; back right corner bracket replaced; right side rail reinforced; later corner blocks; extensive worm damage to under side of side rails; infilling to a section to the underside of the right side rail; undersides of feet filled with wood blocks and originally fitted with casters.; claws possibly 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.

The present settee formed part of a suite comprising three pairs of armchairs in the Rovensky sale, lots 987-9, one of which was sold in these rooms, October 12, 1995, lot 296, illus.