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A Regency giltwood and part-ebonized convex mirror circa 1810
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 4 ft. 7 in.; width 32 in.
- 139.7 cm; 81.3 cm
Restorations and additions to the carved eagle cresting.
Condition
Overall good condition, the associated eagle with old repaired breaks; the gilding with small chips, flaking and losses and with some wear showing some of the red bole; areas of inpainting to the gilding especially to the sides and to the central medallion of the apron; age cracks to the reeded ebonized molded edge; overall with some old marks and scratches. The mirror glass with minor pitting and crystallization.
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.