Thomas Molesworth

Saint Anthony's Church Rectory, Cody, Wyoming
Fighting Bear Antiques, Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Overall in very good condition. The wood surfaces with scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks, dents, marks, and some minor areas of rubbing and discoloration, consistent with age and gentle use. There are natural knots, irregularities, and separations in the wood grain, typical for Inland fir, which have been reinforced with wood infill in areas by Molesworth at the time of production; some areas of infill with some minor abrasions and wear. The central stretcher with two minor abrasions, the larger measuring approximately 3/8 x ½ in. The top front edges of the arms with some rubbing to the wood, consistent with age and use. The seat and seatback have recently been reupholstered, the leather in good and clean condition. The black leather straps are original, its surfaces with some scattered surface scratches, dents, and instances of rubbing, the latter concentrated to the edges of the straps, all consistent with age and gentle use. The rear-most vertical strap to the proper left arm with a minor area of scratching measuring approximately 1 ½ x 5/8 in., and with a small abrasion. The brass tacks with some minor surface scratches and areas of rubbing, not visually distracting and consistent with age and gentle use.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.