Lot 185
  • 185

A fine pair of George III carved giltwood oval mirrors circa 1760

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description

  • height 41 1/2 in.; width 24 in.
  • 105.4 cm; 61 cm
Re-gilt, restorations.

Provenance

Stair & Company, London, from whom acquired in 1987

Condition

Overall good restored condition; mirror plates later; regilt; one with loss to tip of apron as can be seen in the catalogue illustration; the other with very small age cracks to upper section and with small old repaired break to back; overall with minor wear to gilding.
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.