need advice on antique chair

[Nubbi]

I have come into possesion of a antique chair and would really appreciate any info I can get as to its age and value?

thanks

[SA Coin Grading]

It is called a:

Caesar’s Royal Lions Hand-Carved Throne Chair

Baroque style

if genuine approx £ 3500- £40 000

have it assed by Sotheby's

and do not be scared of a reserve placed by then, it usualy achieves 10x as much

Chairs and tables like that achieve astronomical prices, a simple Duncan Phife table can set you back USD$ 120 000

regards SACGS SUPPORT

[Nubbi]

thank you! will be calling Sotheby's today

[BumbleBee]

WOW! :o That is stunning!

[geewhizz]

You can send a photo to Sotheby's in Cape Town--goes under Stephen Welz--Email ct@ctn.sothebys.co.za

[lilythepink]

I always feel so happy when someone "comes across" a bargain. Hope it is worth every dollar that it seems to be ...!

[Nubbi]

thanks guys and gals have spoken to Sotheby's and they have a guy in the area next week who is going to come and check it out, but they are talking in 40000 to 80000 price range!! I am stunned to say the least as I offered the poor guy I got it from R500 if this plays out well I will definately go and give him a couple thousand more!!

[geewhizz]

thanks guys and gals have spoken to Sotheby's and they have a guy in the area next week who is going to come and check it out, but they are talking in 40000 to 80000 price range!! I am stunned to say the least as I offered the poor guy I got it from R500 if this plays out well I will definately go and give him a couple thousand more!!

Lightning only strikes once.
You paid in good faith and unless he is short of cash rather keep quiet otherwise they start asking questions.

[Nubbi]

my wife says the same thing, but he is short on cash so if it goes that way I will slip something under his door late at night? he does not need to know it was me? and I will feel better!

[SA Coin Grading]

thanks guys and gals have spoken to Sotheby's and they have a guy in the area next week who is going to come and check it out, but they are talking in 40000 to 80000 price range!! I am stunned to say the least as I offered the poor guy I got it from R500 if this plays out well I will definately go and give him a couple thousand more!!

It looks superb, and you done the right thing by contacting them.

Remember:

You will not find a 'Rembrand, van Gogh, and or a Monet' sold by any other means but by public auction.

The same applies to rarities like these..

[lilythepink]

my wife says the same thing, but he is short on cash so if it goes that way I will slip something under his door late at night? he does not need to know it was me? and I will feel better!

Nubbi - you restore one's faith in humankind! That would be the most wonderful surprise for a man who is battling. Bless you! :)

[moppies]

I want to come and "test" your beautiful chair - how much will you charge per test run?

[lilythepink]

I want to come and "test" your beautiful chair - how much will you charge per test run?

Moppies, please don't put your feet up on the chair! lol

[Nubbi]

hi guys, just thought I would let you know - I got R36000-00 for the chair!!!!! wow!!! put R6000-00 in envelope for original owner and slipped it under his door now I dont feel like a complete shark!!

thanks for all the advice - you guys rock!!

[mellowred]

Lovely one Nubbi - winners all round. :D