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A circular sofa late 19th century
Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
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Description
- wood, upholstery
- 128cm. high, 224cm. diam.; 4ft. 2½in., 7ft. 4½in.
upholsterd in green cut-velvet with Prince Bismarck's coat-of-arms
Provenance
Bismarck Museum Schönhausen, inv. nr. A IX Schön. 22
Condition
This impressive sofa, with cut velvet decorated with Bismarck coat of arms and the oak leafs, is in reasonable condition with some wear to the velvet, some of the brading edge is loose and the white painted legs have some damage. The middle support underneath central conical back is now missing and would need replacing in order to the sofa to be used safely. The sofa needs cleaning and the padding of the upholstery is no longer firm.
"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."