Lot 32
  • 32

A George III giltwood pier mirror Circa 1765

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • giltwood
  • height 5 ft; width 28 3/4 in.
  • 152.4 cm; 73 cm
The large rectangular mirror glass panel with rounded upper corners surmounted by a small rectangular mirror glass panel with rounded corners all within a pierced rocaille-carved mirror interlaced with conjoined C-scrolls, the apron centered by a pierced stylized acanthus spray, the stylized shell-carved cresting with acanthus spray.

Condition

Re-gilt, mirror plates replaced, later backboard; sturdy.
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.
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