A PAIR OF GEORGE III POLYCHROME AND PARCEL GILT ARMCHAIRS, CIRCA 1775
A PAIR OF GEORGE III POLYCHROME AND PARCEL GILT ARMCHAIRS, CIRCA 1775
en suite with the previous lot
height 39 in.
99.1 cm
Condition Report:
Decoration refreshed with scattered losses and flaking, and traces of earlier red pigments. Some shrinkage at joints, one with joints slightly loose but still very stable, the other with solid construction. Lacking primary upholstery and covered in white linen fabric, with a few tears.
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.
Provenance:
Gordon Castle, West Lothian Scotland, sold at auction 29 August-1 September 1938, lot 1005
Sotheby's New York, 19 April 2001, lots 532 & 533
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A PAIR OF GEORGE III POLYCHROME AND PARCEL GILT ARMCHAIRS, CIRCA 1775
en suite with the previous lot
height 39 in.
99.1 cm
Condition Report:
Decoration refreshed with scattered losses and flaking, and traces of earlier red pigments. Some shrinkage at joints, one with joints slightly loose but still very stable, the other with solid construction. Lacking primary upholstery and covered in white linen fabric, with a few tears.
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.
Provenance:
Gordon Castle, West Lothian Scotland, sold at auction 29 August-1 September 1938, lot 1005
Sotheby's New York, 19 April 2001, lots 532 & 533