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A Set of Four George III Cream and Green-Painted Ladder-Back Dining Chairs
Estimate: $800-$1,200
Sold
$2,250
Live Auction
Property from the Fred and Kay Krehbiel Collection, Part I
Location
Chicago
Description
A Set of Four George III Cream and Green-Painted Ladder-Back Dining Chairs
Three Examples Late 18th Century, One Example 20th Century
comprising two armchairs and two side chairs, one of the armchairs a modern example painted similarly to match the set.
Height of armchairs 37 x width 22 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
Seat height 18 inches. Very well repaired back left foot on one chair. Scattered inactive wood worm throughout. Two chair frames re-braced on the inside with metal brackets. One chair's top split cracked and repaired; that chairs feet also re-tipped. Later slip seats. Decoration refreshed in areas.
Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold “as is,” in the condition they are in at the time of the auction. The physical condition of lots can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect a lot personally or through a knowledgeable representative prior to bidding. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Prospective buyers must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction, and it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that they have requested, received and considered any condition report.
Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold “as is,” in the condition they are in at the time of the auction. The physical condition of lots can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect a lot personally or through a knowledgeable representative prior to bidding. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Prospective buyers must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction, and it is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that they have requested, received and considered any condition report.
Provenance
Provenance:
John Allsopp Antiques Ltd., London, 7 November 1986