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A Gustav IV scagliola, grey and green-painted mirror and a console table Sweden, circa 1790
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- height of mirror 54 in.; width 31 1/2 in.; height of console 30 3/4 in.; width 39 in.; depth 19 3/4 in.
- 137 cm; 80 cm; 78 cm; 99 cm; 50 cm
the table, painted on four sides, with a scagliola top and faux-portor marble base.
Condition
Mirror:
The decoration has been refreshed. Some surface dirt to the paint, which can be cleaned. Old minor marks, chips and scratches consistent with age, however these are barely noticeable. The glass plate is possibly a later replacement, some marks, losses to the silver beneath the mirror plate. Minor hairline and construction cracks consistent with age. In otherwise good condition.
Console:
Decoration refreshed. Restoration to the corners of the scagliola top. Minor surface scratches and abrasions to the top, consistent with age and use. Minor pitting and indentations. Very minor hairline cracks. Minor surface dirt, old minor marks and dents; very minor losses to the decoration, 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.