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A pair of George I walnut and marquetry side chairs, circa 1720
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- walnut
Condition
These chairs are in good restored condition and are ready to use. With filler, patches, restored splits and replacements to veneers and moulded edges. Foliate inlay above one leg with a crude painted restoration intended to simulate marquetry inlay and some of the marquetry inlay probably later. Back splats with restorations and some replacements to carved elements. Signs of old worm throughout - notably to one foot - which is no longer active but the chairs are sound and sturdy. The seat rails have been strengthened with blocking to corners. Old marks, scuffs and scratches consistent with age and use. A smart pair of chairs.
"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."
Catalogue Note
These unusual yet highly sophisticated side chairs demonstrate the evolution of early Georgian design. The sweeping ‘India’ back combined with Berainesque marquetry flourishes would have been at the height of fashion in the first quarter of the 18th century, denoting the influence of continental émigré craftsman and works of art from East Asia. The complex ‘compass’ back of the present lot, with its scrolled baluster splat and top rail, entered the vocabulary of English chair design the 1720s and is testament to the extraordinary skill of a top London maker.