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A Large Rococo style carved parcel silvered and giltwood mirror French, circa 1875
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 9 ft.; width 5 ft. 9 1/2 in.
- 274 cm; 176.5 cm
Condition
Gilding and silvering still in original condition. Wood with chips and losses throughout now showing gesso and wood in places. Accidents to petals in places. There is a loss to the carved border on the lower third of the right side of the mirror of approximately 7 1/2 inches long, which is visible in the catalogue illustration. Also visible in the illustration is a large loss to the giltwood decor on the scroll to the right side of the crest. Dirt and dust throughout. Loss to decor on the left side of the crest which has been now overpainted.
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.