- 340
A George III giltwood mirror circa 1760
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- PINE BEECH
- 152cm. high, 85cm. wide; 5ft., 2ft. 9½in.
the later oval plate in an open scroll and open diaper filled frame, surmounted by a leaf carved pagoda crest, re-gilded, with trade label inscribed 'Robert Gaffikin / Carver & Gilder, / Looking Glass Manufacturer / Plate Glass Importer / No. 7 / Arthur Square / Belfast.'
Provenance
Almost certainly Mallett, 22 September 1994.
Condition
Re-gilded and later plate as stated. Some losses consistent with age and use.
"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
Sadly little seems to be recorded of Robert Gaffikin, Carver and Gilder of Belfast. Arthur Square seems to have been a popular area for artisans of this type in the 19th century and a Robert Gaffikin, carver and gilder is listed as living there in 1852 who could possibly be related to the Gaffikin shown on the label.
This unusual mirror is designed in a full Chinoiserie and rococo style which incorporates a pagoda style cresting and pierced trellis ornament as well as the typical rococo foliage. With such strong Chinoiserie elements it seems likely to have been conceived to have been placed in a room furnished in the same style and possibly with Chinese wallpaper on the walls. For comparison see Sotheby`s New York, Important English Furniture & Decorations from a Private Collection, Oct 21st, 2005, lot 3