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A REGENCY GILTWOOD CONVEX MIRROR First Quarter 19th Century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- giltwood
- height 4 ft. 2 in.; width 37 in.
- 127 cm; 93.9 cm
the concave frame with spherules and leaf banding enclosing an ebonized reeded slip-frame surrounding a convex mirror plate, surmounted by a hippocampus resting on a shell over rocks and enclosed by leafy acorn branches, the apron carved with acanthus leaves and mounted with four scrolling candle arms.
Condition
Good restored condition; later gilded; not examined off of wall; cracks to gilding of frame; age cracks to ebonized slip; mirror plate appears to be original; candle arms possibly later
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.