RARE SET OF EIGHT CLASSICAL FIGURED MAHOGANY GONDOLA SIDE CHAIRS, New York, Circa 1825

Some of chairs with backsplats slightly losse at join with seat. One with a restored loss to back of proper right back leg (2 1/2 inches at top). One with both back legs with restored breaks at tops of legs and now with later screws. One is of different wood and construction. One with a restored patch (approximately 2 x 1 inch) to base of proper right arm where it joins with seat. One with a 1 x 1/2 inch patch to join of proper left stile and crest rail and a reglued break to other join. One with restored break and susequent patch to proper right back leg and with a patch to join of proper left arm and seat (2 x 1/2 inch). One with a 1 1/2 inch veneer patch to proper right side of apron and proper left side with a 1/2 inch veneer loss.
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.