Lot 139
Circa 2000
A pair of elbow chairs and ten side chairs, each with a shaped open back with shell crest and vasiform seat above the compassed seat upholstered in close-nailed grey-green leather, on cabriole supports with foliate knees to the front, the elbow chairs with shepherd's crook arms, eleven chairs in walnut, one side chair in mahogany but otherwise identical
Each 103cm high, 56cm wide (the elbow chairs slightly wider across the arms), 58cm deep
Estimate $1,400 - $2,000
Well presented consistent with use, with occasional superficial scuffs around the feet and higher points around the frames (excepting the original intentional distressing simulating centuries of ordinary use-related wear); all chairs firm in their joints. The leather is in good condition with occasional light superficial scuffs and scratches.
As noted in the catalogue description, one chair is in mahogany but identical in all other respects.
The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
Andrew Gourlay, Melbourne, from whom acquired by the vendor
Decorative Arts
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8785
6:00pm - 7 July 2025
Hawthorn
VIEWING
Fri 4 - Sun 6 July, 10am - 4pm
2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn VIC
CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au
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