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A George II giltwood and Gilt-Gesso pier mirror circa 1735
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- gilt-gesso wood
- height 4 ft. 9 in.; width 34 in.
- 144.8 cm; 86.4 cm
the cartouche with the arms of Higden. The reverse with original partial paper label inscribed S. JEN..NG... / Carver & Gilder / Looking glafses & Picture Frames.../.../ with all Mouldings...ready and joined.../...
Provenance
Sold in these rooms, April 18 and 19, 2002, lot 654
Condition
Overall good condition; re-gilt; the glass appears to have age and with some crystallization to the bottom of the plate and with a soft, uneven bevel; however the glass does not appear to be original; some small chips and losses to gilding; gesso appears to be mostly original.
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.
Catalogue Note
The present mirror relates directly to the designs for Mirror Frames by William Jones in The Gentleman or Builder's Companion, 1739. The broken pediment centered by a cartouche with a coat of arms is identical to pl. 49, the carved frieze flanked by volutes derives from the design in pl. 46 and the hounded corners correspond to pl. 47.