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A George II giltwood and needlework pole screen
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- wood, thread
- height 5 ft. 2 1/2 in.; width 26 3/4 in.
- 158.8 cm; 67.9 cm
the associated pole surmounted by a carved giltwood flame-form finial above a rectangular needlework screen depicting the coat of arms of Hugh Hume-Campbell, 3rd Earl of Marchmont impaling those of of his wife, Anne Weston, raised on a giltwood stand with three foliate-carved conjoined C-scrolled legs.
Condition
Overall good condition; finials slightly loose; needlework in overall good condition with slight discoloration; giltwood base with areas of worm damage but sturdy; small chips and losses to gilding
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.