- 219
A large German Rococo carved and silvered mirror mid-18th century
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- mirror glass, silvered wood
- height 101 in.; width 58 in.
- 256.5 cm; 147.5 cm
Provenance
Bernard Steinitz, Paris
Condition
Resilvered, silvering now with rubbing to expose decoration beneath. Mirror plates replaced now with losses to silvering. Please note that two of the mirror panels are now with breaks but will be restored with custom mirror plates at Sotheby's expense. Some mirror plates with cracks and losses specifically to areas of border glass. Carving with some breaks, losses, restorations, and chips. Gesso with some chips and losses.
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.