- 262
France
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- The Bedroom Fauteuils
- painted beech
- Made circa 1800.
later redecorated (2)
Literature
Cecily Finn, 'Den Förtrollande Ladyn’ [The Enchanting Lady], Bonniers Månadstidning, 1954, p. 35, fig. 4;
Anon, 'The Olivier Cottage is Close by the Thames', The Sydney Morning Herald, 25 February 1954;
Anthony Denney, 'The Oliviers off stage’, House and Garden, May 1958, p. 65.
Anon, 'The Olivier Cottage is Close by the Thames', The Sydney Morning Herald, 25 February 1954;
Anthony Denney, 'The Oliviers off stage’, House and Garden, May 1958, p. 65.
Condition
Nice quality. Each with stains and old marks to the upholsterey, which is torn in places, most notably on the armrests, exposing stuffing, and with faint traces of glue. Overall chips to later painted surface. Later strengthening brackets.There are traces of woodworm which appears to be no longer active.
"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."