Smith & Singer
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PROPERTY OF A PRIVATE COLLECTION, NEW SOUTH WALES

A pair of George III mahogany Gainsborough library chairs, circa 1770

(2)

Estimate $5,000 – $8,000

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PROPERTY OF A PRIVATE COLLECTION, NEW SOUTH WALES

with shaped crest above a rectangular back, downswept arms, raised on square legs joined by stretchers, upholstered in later heraldic fabric, cream shield shaped emblems amidst foliate scrolls to red background

(2)
103 cm high

  • Lot Sold $11,000 (Hammer Price)
  • $13,420 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)

Condition Report

Minor pulls to side of upholstery which is otherwise in good condition, minor scratching to the legs commensurate with age, small splice to 1 rear leg at base, formerly on castors, present very well.

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Alison Alford

Consultant

Arts & Design
Sydney
T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402
E: Alison Alford

Ann Roberts

Consultant, Asian Art

Arts & Design
Melbourne
T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900
E: Ann Roberts

Harley Young

Harley Young

Specialist

Arts & Design
Melbourne
T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900
E: Harley Young

Anthony Hurl

Consultant

Arts & Design
Adelaide
T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836
E: Anthony Hurl

Philip A. Gore

Consultant, Clocks, Barometers & Scientific Instruments

Arts & Design
Melbourne
T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900

Fine Asian, Australian & European Arts & Design

AU0791  |  29 Oct 2014  |  Melbourne
5.30 PM


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