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Lyon & Turnbull, Edinburgh, April 4, 2007, lot 411
Private collection, Belgium

Jeremy Cooper, Victorian and Edwardian Decor : From the Gothic Revival to Art Nouveau, New York, 1987, n. 117

Good overall condition, consistent with age and use. The wood presents with several cracks, including large ones and some of them have been previously infilled. The wood appears to have been re-varnished at a later date and presents with the usual scratches, scuffs, dents and chips. There are some larger losses of wood along the edges, the corners and the bottom of the legs. Some dents and chips have been previously infilled, including some larger ones on one seat. There is a slight variation in colour between the two chairs, as visible on the catalogue illustration. Both chairs present with some instances of discolouration.
"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."

This model of an armchair was created by Edward Welby Pugin for the Granville Hotel in Ramsgate, united Kingdom.