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A George IV wall mirror by William Cribb circa 1820
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- Glass and Carved Pine
- 120.5cm. high, 130cm. wide; 3ft. 11½in., 4ft. 3¼in.
the single plate within a moulded cream painted frame, the reverse inscribed 'W. Cribbs, Looking Glass Warehouse, King Street, Covent Garden, London', not illustrated
Condition
Fair condition. The frame has many chips and losses to the painted decoration, with seperations to the joints. The plate has some minor marks.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
William Cribb was patronised by the 6th Duke over a long period making both picture frames and looking glass surrounds. In 1830 he also invoiced for bird cages. One of his larger bills was for Chatsworth in 1839 for glass and gilding for which he charged £1,030. 5s. 0d. plus an additional £455. 6s. 6d. for plate glass.