Lot 175
- 175
A pair of cast-iron garden benches after a design by the Val d'Osne Foundry
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Teak and cast-iron
- each 87cm. high, 125cm. wide, 51cm. deep; 2ft. 10¼in., 4ft. 1¼in., 1ft. 8in.
each with Gothic style tracery, later painted
Condition
Overall in good condition with typical signs of use outdoors but ready to place. The benches have been re-painted and there is minor build up of algae/moss to some surfaces which don't receive regular contact and evidence rust seepage to some screw heads. Will clean up nicely and highly decorative.
"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."
Catalogue Note
For the same model, see those sold in these rooms, Two Great Scottish Collections, 28 March 2017, lot 368 and 369.
The design for these garden benches was published in 1858 in the Barbezat & Cie Fonderies du Val D'Osne Catalogue, 'Bancs de Jardin', plate 251.
The design for these garden benches was published in 1858 in the Barbezat & Cie Fonderies du Val D'Osne Catalogue, 'Bancs de Jardin', plate 251.