A pair of George II needlework-upholstered mahogany library armchairs

the underside of two brackets with painted number 1207, rails to each chair penciled number 14103 and 1410.  Restorations, contemporary needlework associated.

Property from the Estate of Mrs. Lucy Goldschmidt Moses
Sotheby's New York, October 19, 1991, lot 275

Overall good restored condition; the associated contemporary needlework in very good condition with vibrant colors and with minor patches and losses in places mainly to the seat of one chair; the mahogany later polished; the first chair with a restoration to front left foot; both chairs with the underside of feet originally with casters and now filled in with wood blocks; the rails with extensive old worm damage now filled; small chips to the corners of the base of the downswept armrest supports and with some inpainted old tack holes where previous upholstery was fixed; overall with some slight separation at joins over line of construction and with some scuffs, scratches and bruises to feet.
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.