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A FINE GEORGE II GILT-GESSO AND BURR WALNUT PIER MIRROR Circa 1745
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- giltwood, walnut
- height 5 ft 7 in.; width 33 in.
- 170 cm; 83.8 cm
The swan neck broken pediment centering a foliate cartouche above a tablet centered by a pierced shell flanked by acanthus leaves above a beveled mirror plate flanked by fruiting garlands above a shaped serpentine apron.
Condition
Overall very good condition; the gesso in very good condition and with usual minor hairline age cracks; the gilding has been refreshed, but appears to retain some original gilding with nice wear; some minor restoration to the burr walnut veneers; the burr walnut veneer to the upper most pediment possibly replaced; cartouche appears to be original and with nice crackalure to gesso; backboards replaced.
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.