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A French silver large dressing table mirror, Louis Aucoc l'ainé, Paris, circa 1875
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
signed at top of back L. Aucoc ainé à Paris
- Silver, Brass, Mirror
- height 27 1/2 in.
- 70cm
cartouche form with border of beaded lappets, centered at the base by a cartouche with grotesque mask and monogram CJ?, the top with embossed coat of arms under coronet, flanked by floral sprays and with pendant laurel garlands, engraved on one side "A ma fille Marie, B.C.P. 1826", the other side with 1942 presentation inscription, the rosewood back with inlaid brass filets and pierced and engraved brass strut
Condition
right leaf of coronet bent down, a few splits to border and lost or replaced screws, otherwise good
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.