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A ROCOCO STYLE CARVED GILT WOOD MIRROR France, circa 1890's
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- gilt wood, mirror glass
- height 61 in.
- 155 cm
Provenance
Christie's New York, October 25, 2005, lot 519
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
Good presentation. The faces are well carved. Extremities of high relief are sometimes with chips and losses. The cupid to the crest of the mirror is missing its arrow. They are cracked throughout, consistent with age. Minor losses in places. Some loss to gilding, now showing the composite body of the mirror.
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.