A SET OF SIXTEEN GEORGE IV MAHOGANY DINING CHAIRS, CIRCA 1820, ALMOST CERTAINLY BY GILLOWS

A SET OF SIXTEEN GEORGE IV MAHOGANY DINING CHAIRS, CIRCA 1820, ALMOST CERTAINLY BY GILLOWS

with later close-nail leather upholstery, one chair stamped T BRADLEY, six stamped TB (for T Bradley) and five stamped NW

Condition Report:
In overall good conserved condition, re-upholstered in 1994 by Annette Fleetwood(?). So the leather is in good order. Chairs are sound and sturdy and ready for use. Colour is faded but even across the entire set. Old marks, chips and scratches consistent with use, notably to one chair with chip to collar of front right leg.

"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."

Provenance:
Almost certainly acquired by Robert Berkeley (1764-1845) for the Dining Room