Lot 20
  • 20

A pair of George III giltwood girandoles Circa 1760

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • giltwood
  • height 5 ft. 4 in.; width 32 in.
  • 162.6 cm; 81.3 cm

Condition

Overall good condition; re-gilt with some chips and losses to the gilding in places; the first girandole with a replaced mirror plate to the upper right corner; the other girandole with a replaced central mirror plate and lower mirror plate; of a large size with bold carving; the original mirror plates with minor pitting and losses to the silvering and with some minor crystallization.
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 reverse of each with a paper label inscribed The Property of: MARKS CLUB (CHARLES STREET) LTD