Lot 58: A SET OF SEVENTEEN GEORGE III MAHOGANY DINING CHAIRS, IN THE MANNER OF ROBERT MANWARING, CIRCA 1770 |

together with two matching armchairs and a side chair, with serpentine scrolled top rails carved with leaves above shaped pierced trellis backs within tapered moulded uprights, the padded seats on chamfered legs with pierced ear brackets and H-stretchers, some with frets missing

Overall in good restored condition. The back splats to all the chairs shows signs of restoration most notably small replacements to the veneers. One chair is missing its front spandrels. Two of the chairs show minor signs of damage and old worm to the front left leg. One of the reproduction dining chairs ahs a pained back seat rail which wold benefit from attention. Two of the chairs have not been restored as recently and have been relocked underneath. Most of the chairs with replaced back seat rail supports. With attractive upholstery complimenting the fine colour of the mahogany.
"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."

Most probably commissioned by Richard Grenville Temple, 2nd Earl Temple (1711-1779) and thence by descent until sold;
Stowe House, Christie, Manson and Woods, 15 August - 30 September 1848, lot 2522 (£26 5s);
where bought by T. W. Budd Esq. probably for Shropham Hall, Norfolk.