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An Italian polychrome lacquered overmantel mirror, Piedmontese, probably Novara late 18th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- polychrone lacquered mirror
- 157cm high, 170cm wide; 5ft. 1¾in., 5ft. 7in.
of rectangular form with an arched cresting surmounted by a scallopshell within a wreath of acorn and oak leaves flanked by a stylised wicker backet of flowers and fruit above Trophies of Love, each stile in the form of a scrolled corbel with floral trails the shaped mirror plate with inverted upper corners applied with a patera
Condition
In overall good conserved conditon. Colours slightly darker overall with more contrast. Attractive detail to carving. Evidence of old very minor worm which appears to be no longer active. Some minor retouching to lacquer.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Comparative Literature:
Roberto Antonetto, Il Mobile Piemontese nel Settecento, Vol. II, Turin, 2010,p. 198, plate 26, for a related mirror sold from the collection of Ariane Dandois, Paris, Sotheby's, New York, 26th October 2007, lot 400.
Roberto Antonetto, Il Mobile Piemontese nel Settecento, Vol. II, Turin, 2010,p. 198, plate 26, for a related mirror sold from the collection of Ariane Dandois, Paris, Sotheby's, New York, 26th October 2007, lot 400.