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A QUEEN ANNE GILT-GESSO AND BEVELED GLASS PIER MIRROR Circa 1710
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- height 5 ft. 5 1/2 in.; width 33 in.
- 166.4 cm; 83.8 cm
Condition
Overall good condition, re-gilt and with losses and rubbing to gilding with some wear; gesso appears to be original with some craquelure and with some repairs to corners and edges; the large central mirror plate replaced; the other molded mirror plates and upper beveled mirror plate appear to be original and with some small losses to the silvering and with some areas of crystallization. The blue glass dividers possibly original with some replacements.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.