Lot 1085
  • 1085

A Pair of George II style walnut stools

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • walnut
  • height 15 1/2 in.
  • 39.4 cm
each rectangular upholstered drop-in seat within a crossbanded edge above a conforming frieze raised on square legs headed by scrolled brackets, joined by stretchers and ending in molded feet.

Provenance

Stair & Company, New York

Condition

Overall good condition; the first with some infilling to cracks between veneers of crossbanded edge and with a small veneer replacement to one corner approximately 1 inch by 1 ½ inches; each stretcher with a dowel to the underside at join with each leg; underside of each foot with chips to edges; the other with restorations to some of the veneers and with chips and restoration to one corner and with a veneer patch to another corner approximately 1 inch by 1 ½ inches; underside of two stretchers with a dowel at join with the leg; chips and losses to underside of feet; overall with some old marks, scratches, scuffs and stains.
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.