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An Italian Neoclassical giltwood pier mirror circa 1780, Rome
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- height 84 1/2 in.; width 42 in.
- 214 cm; 106.5 cm
Provenance
Formerly in the collection of Christian Dior
Condition
WIth old minor marks, rubbing, chips and scratches to the gilding consistent with age. Minor marks to the mirror plates. In otherwise good condition.
This lot will be offered without reserve.
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
The guilloche motif and the strong neoclassical elements incorporated in the present mirror suggest a Roman provenance. These elements can be compared with models produced for Villa Borghese under the commission of principe Marcantonio Borghese. See also as a comparison for the type of carving (guilloche, winged mask, square design, garlands), a Roman chair in the Villa Borghese, Rome (E.Colle, Il Mobile Neoclassico in Italia, Milano, 2005, page 153).