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A pair of Italian carved walnut banquettes, Venetian second quarter 18th Century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Walnut
- each: 94cm. high, 114cm. wide, 52cm. deep; 3ft. 1in., 3ft. 8¾in., 1ft. 8½in.
each with a pierced scrolled back carved with rocaille, above downscrolled arms and rectangular padded seat, on five cabriole legs terminating in scrolled feet joined by waved stretchers, with the ink inscribed paper label with the number 699
Provenance
Collection Ing. Giuseppe Gatti-Casazza (n. 93/4 & n. 94/4), Venice; probably originally from a set of four.
Literature
Giuseppe Morazzoni, Il Mobile Veneziano del'700, ed. Görlich, Milan, 1958, Vol. I, illustrated fig. XCVIII (b).
Condition
In overall good original condition. Very attractive detail to carving. Old minor marks, chips and scratches commensurate with age. Evidence of old very minor worm which appears to be no longer active. There are lighter, scattered areas where the polish has been rubbed and chipped. Construction cracks at joints which can easily be left, commensurate with age and usage.
"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."