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A FINE ROCCOCO STYLE CARVED GILTWOOD AND GREY DECORATED PELMET possibly England, second half 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- giltwood, glass
- width 8 ft. 7 in.; height 32 in.
- 263 cm; 81.5 cm
elaborately carved with scrolls and flower garlands, centered by scantily clad reclining putti in front of a mirrored plate and flanked by a pair of storks holding the flower garlands
Condition
Overall in fair condition with visible dirt to crevices, age cracks throughout with seams of construction visible. The gilding with the usual losses showing bole and gesso. Very finely carved.
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.