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A Regency part-ebonized giltwood convex mirror circa 1810
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- pine, limewood
- height 4 ft. 4 in.; width 28 1/2 in.
- 132 cm; 72.4 cm
the reverse bearing a partial paper label printed: N....s...HOUSE, / Manufacturer...ooking-Glasffes, / CONVEX and C...AVE MIRRORS, / AND AL...ORTS OF / PICTURE and GLASS FRAMES / G...SS for EXPORTATION.
Condition
Overall good condition; re-gilt; black painted surface refreshed throughout; minor pitting to the silvering of the mirror plate; very minor chips to the gilding; top right corners of the frame with cracks over lines of construction; minor chips and wear to gilding at extremities.
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.