Two George VI limed-oak Coronation stools, 1937 The limed-oak frame with dished seat upholstered in aged green velvet, trimmed with gold braid, on chamfered square-section legs on block feet, underside stamped with GVI cypher, with later supporting brackets, 45.5cm wide x 31cm deep x 47.5cm high, (17 1/2in wide x 12in deep x 18 1/2in high) (2) Footnotes: The Coronation of His Majesty King George VI took place at Westminster Abbey on Wednesday 12 May 1937. This date was originally selected for the coronation of his brother, Edward VIII. After Edward's abdication in December 1936 it was agreed that the coronation ceremony for George VI would remain on this day. Condition Report Minor chips, scuffs and scratches. Joints slightly loose to one stool. Minor wear, marks and stains to velvet upholstery. Some bleaching. Minor historical repairs to upholstery. Replacements to fringing. This condition report is provided for convenience only and may not cover factors that a bidder considers important. Bonhams is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the report and all bidders must satisfy themselves of condition before bidding. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TP TP For auctions held in Scotland: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (Constantine, Constantine House, North Caldeen Road, Coatbridge ML5 4EF, Scotland, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please refer to the catalogue for further information. For all other auctions: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing