Lot 164
  • 164

In the Style of Edward William Godwin

Estimate
900 - 1,200 GBP
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Description

  • Armchair, circa 1880
  • ebonised wood, cane
  • 87.2 x 52.5 x 54 cm. (34 3/8 x 20 3/4 x 21 1/4 in.)
ebonised wood

Literature

William Watt, Art Furniture, London, 1877, cover, pl. 15 for a relatable example
Elizabeth Aslin, E.W. Godwin: Furniture and Interior Decoration, London, 1986, p. 49, the model illustrated
Susan Weber Soros, ed., E.W. Godwin: Aesthetic Movement, Architect and Designer, exh. cat., 17 November 1999 - 27 February 2000, London, 1999, p. 244, cat. no. 8-32 for a relatable example with higher stretcher

Condition

Overall fair condition. With typical signs of wear consumerate with age and use. There are some cracks along the lines of construction, noticeably where arms join splats. The ebonised surface has rubbed, especially on the arms. The padded seat is later and in good 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.
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Catalogue Note

This model is often identified as a design by Edward William Godwin, however the stretcher bars on Godwin's model are positioned directly under the seat and not near the base of the legs as in the offered lot.