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A CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY LOOKING GLASS Circa 1770, Philadephia, labeled by John Elliott, Jr.
Estimate
4,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- mahogany
- height 44 3/4 in.; width 23 in.
Provenance
Christie's New York, May 28, 1987, lot 192
Bernard & S. Dean Levy Inc., New York, NY, 1987
Bernard & S. Dean Levy Inc., New York, NY, 1987
Condition
bottom 3-in. of mirror restored (including proper right scroll and central demilune drop), label for John Elliot on reverse, mirror plate replaced
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.
Catalogue Note
See J. C. Hughes, "The Labels of John Elliott, Jr.," Magazine Antiques, May 1967