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A pair of carved giltwood mirrors, probably German mid 18th century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- poplar, mirror,
- each approximately 208cm. high, 118cm. wide; 6ft. 10in., 3ft. 10 ½in.
each with an arched cresting with a Ho-Ho bird, divided later plate and mirrored border and apron, the whole carved with rocaille, scrolls, foliage and flowers; regilt
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Old very minor marks and chips which are hardly noticeable. Some of the mirror plates especially on the borders are discoloured as visible from the catalogue photograph. One of the small mirrored cartouches has a break which can easily be replaced. The other mirror has a small area of discolouration on the left of the cresting as visible from the catalogue photograph. There is some retouching with gilt paint and there are some restored breaks in the carving but these have been well executed and are hardly noticeable.
"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."