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A PAIR OF CARVED GILTWOOD AND COMPOSITION CONSOLES AND MIRRORS France, circa 1900
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- giltwood, glass, marble
- overall height 8 ft. 8 3/4 in.; width 44 1/4 in.
- 266 cm; 112 cm
the consoles of serpentine form, surmounted by pink and beige marble tops, the mirror and console elaborately decorated with floral garlands and bouquets
Condition
Overall in good condition, showing dirt to crevices with the usual loss to gilding showing bole and gesso in places. Loss to gilding to high relief and top of stretchers. The marble tops with the usual scratches consistent with age and use. Some overpaint visible to the back edges of each marble top. Minor chips to edges of marble top.
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.