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A pair of George III mahogany stools circa 1760
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- mahogany pine beech wool
- 44.5cm. high, 64cm. wide, 50cm. deep; 1ft. 5½in., 2ft. 1¼in., 1ft. 7¾in.
the stuffed seats of serpentine outline covered with 18th century petit-point needlework depicting sprays of summer flowers within flower entwined borders on a blue ground, on cabriole legs carved at the knees with acanthus framed cabochons, on leaf-carved scroll toes
Provenance
Property of a Private Collector, Sotheby's London, 7 November 1997, lot 38.
Condition
These stools are both in excellent condition. The colour and patina is very good. The carving is deep and crisp and quite exceptional. Some minor old worm damage and repairs to rails. Needlework has been professionally restored and there are sections of reworking, for example to edges and to some of flowers. Beautiful detail and design and in very good restored 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. 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."