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A PAIR OF CHINESE REVERSE GLASS PAINTINGS circa 1775
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 11 1/4 in.; width 9 in.; height of sight 9 3/4 in.; width 7 1/2 in.
- 28.6 cm; 22.9 cm; 24.8 cm; 19.1 cm
the first painted with a bust length portrait of a European woman wearing a fur-lined cloak and a bonnet, the second painted with the bust length portrait of a European woman wearing a wide brimmed hat and pearls and holding a sheaf of wheat, each in a Chinese carved giltwood frame.
Condition
Each with minor losses to the painted surface, the giltwood frames with some chips and wear and scratches.
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.