Lot 564
  • 564

A Dutch carved walnut armorial oval mirror, circa 1720

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • walnut, glass
  • 126cm. high., 84cm. wide; 4ft. 1½in., 2ft. 9in.
the cresting carved with a crowned medallion with the arms of Roest d'Alkemade of Holland impaling those of Barchman-Wuytiers of Utrecht, flanked by sprays of acanthus, flowers and leaves, the beaded border carved with leaves, husks and demi-lunes; rebacked

Condition

In overall good conserved condition. Evidence of old very minor worm which appears to be no longer active. Very attractive detail to carving with some old very minor chips and restorations.
"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

This mirror frame was presumably made on the occasion of the marriage of Dirk Jan Roest van Alkemade with Elisabeth Aletta Maria Barchman Wuytiers (1691-1732), daughter of Jan Baptist Barchman Wuytiers (1665-1711). Elisabeth seems to have been widowed soon after her first marriage, subsequently marrying Jacques Elie de Maleprade (1693-1774).