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Two Fine Queen Anne Parcel-Gilt Looking Glasses, England, circa 1745
Estimate
1,500 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- spruce and mahogany
- Height 40 1/2 in. by Width 21 1/2 in.; Height 30 in. by Width 15 1/2 in.
comprising a George II Parcel-Gilt and Walnut Looking Glass and a George II Giltwood Looking Glass. Inscribed on back of giltwood looking glass In Newport this mirror hung in the room where and when George Washington spent the night.
Provenance
Giltwood looking glass from Marguerite Riordan
Condition
Minor loss to gilding commensurate with age.
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.