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A pair of Queen Anne faux-lacquer walnut and caned side chairs circa 1705
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- walnut, lacquer
the shaped top rails above a curved back splat inset with featherbanding, on outswept squared legs
Literature
West Horsley Place, Surrey, Inventory, 1938, Vol. 1, p.57, on the Main Landing and Stairs; Pair William and Mary antique walnut high back Charis on cabriole legs and shaped under rails, with cane seats and double cane panel backs, with shaped tops. £42.
Condition
Great examples and in 'untouched' condition. Worm which will require treatment. Old estate repairs from a long time ago. Re-caned. Spilt cane on one seat.
"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."