Lot 109
  • 109

An Italian carved walnut suite of seat furniture comprising a settee and a pair of armchairs a pozzetto, Venetian mid 18th Century

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • walnut
  • sofa 93cm. high, 172cm. wide, 78cm. deep; 3ft. ½in., 5ft. 7¾in., 2ft. 6¾in.
the sofa with three loose cushion seats, the pierced seat-rail carved with rocaille, scrolls and foliage, on four cabriole front legs; three rear legs replaced; the armchairs similarly carved; reblocked

Condition

In overall good conserved condition. On one armchair, there are some very minor chips to the carving at the top and bottom of the left arm, but this is not too noticeable. The top-rail has been restored on the same armchair. There is also a similar restoration to the cresting of the other armchair and a small crack to the top-rail, which can easily be filled. There is an old minor restoration to the front left arm support. Rear leg of same armchair has a restored break. Old minor restorations to the top-rail of the sofa and generally.The three rear legs of this sofa have not been replaced, but have been replaced on Lot 37. armchairs each 86cm. high, 84cm. wide, 78cm. deep;2ft. 9¾in., 2ft. 9in., 2ft. 6¾in.
"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."