Lot 67
  • 67

A George III carved giltwood pier mirror

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 4 ft. 5 in.; width 29 in.
  • 134.6 cm; 73.7 cm
The reverse with chalked inscription LOUDINRestorations; re-gilt.

Provenance

Mallett & Son Ltd., London

Acquired from the above, September 1951

Condition

Overall good restored condition; re-gilt; the back with later boards which cover the frame; old restorations and repairs to the trailing foliage; some small restored breaks to extremities of carving especially to the cresting; small age cracks at corners over lines of construction; minor chips and losses to the gilding and gesso; mirror glasses later and with very minor pitting and losses to the silvering.
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.