A pair of Scottish George III painted and needlework upholstered bowed sofas probably decorated by Lady Jane Stuart, late 18th century and again in 1818 by Robert Buchan

each currently covered in flower sprigged needlework, the rails painted with wheat ears and paterae, on six turned tapering legs, ending in brass caps and castors. One with a printed label for 'Whytock and Reid, Edinburgh', restorations

Possibly Sir John Stuart, formerly Belsches (1752-1821) whose wife Lady Jane Stuart (1753-1829), according to family tradition, painted the foliate panels;
Partially redecorated in 1818 for Sir William Forbes, 7th Bt. (1773-1828), see the footnote to the chairs ensuite in the previous lot

These sofas are generally in very good condition having been restored at the end of the 19th century. The upholstery which probably dates from this time would benefit from a deep clean as there are old marks and stains some of which may not be possible to remove. There are also some small holes and variation to colour. The painted surface shows signs of wear but is generally good. This pair has undergone some restoration over a long history.
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