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A pair of George III giltwood and gilt composition pier mirrors circa 1785
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- giltwood, mirror glass
- height 4 ft. 3 in.; width 24 3/4 in.
- 129.5 cm; 62.9 cm
each rectangular mirror plate within a frame surmounted by an urn-form cresting, the sides with pendent swagged draperies, the apron with ribbon-tied fronds.
Condition
Overall good restored condition; regilt; some old repaired breaks to cresting; small chips and losses to gilding; replaced mirror plates; one plate beveled, the other plain.
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.