An Italian engraved clear and blue glass mirror, Venetian part 18th century and later

of rectangular form with parcel-gilt mouldings the whole applied with glass elliptical and geometric motifs engraved with flowers and leaves, the scrolled cresting centred by a crown above an eagle issuing from a basket

In need of some minor attention. There are some chips and rubbing to the parcel gilding as visible from the catalogue photograph. There are some breaks to some of the glass panels as visible from the catalogue photograph and losses of glass especially to the cresting which can easily be replaced. There are also some losses generally as visible from the catalogue photograph which can either be left or restored. Some of the blue colour has degraded in certain places. The mirror has been rebacked.
"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."