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AN ITALIAN ROCOCO PARCEL-GILT, WHITE-PAINTED AND CARVED SOFA Lombardy, mid-18th century
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- walnut
- height 37 1/2 in.; length 78 in.
- 95.5 cm; 198.5 cm
Condition
With age and construction cracks, dents and abrasions. Largest cracks where front side feet join seat rail. Carving with minor chips and abrasions. Stretchers under seat possibly with secondary legs. Scattered old worm damage; most tp underside. Gesso with cracks, some lifting and flaking, chips and losses. Redecorated, paint and gilding with rubbing, losses and surface dirt. In respectable condition.
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.