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A George II gilt carton-pierre oval pier mirror circa 1760
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- carton pierre
- height 4 ft. 4 in.; width 39 1/2 in.
- 132.1 cm; 100.3 cm
the oval mirror within a gadrooned frame within a pierced outer frame of foliate conjoined C-scrolls, the apron centered by pierced rocaille cartouche. Re-gilt.
Condition
Good restored condition; re-gilt; the top right corner with an old crack; the central leaf to cresting with a crack and slightly loose; top left C-scrolled section slightly loose and with old repaired breaks; some tips to carton-pier replaced; the mirror plate probably not original and with small losses and pitting to the silvering; the back of the mirror with a paper layer to back the carton-pierre elements probably for stability; minor losses and wear to gilding; one leaf tip central to the apron slightly loose.
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.