Lot 22
  • 22

A GUSTAV III SWEDISH NEOCLASSICAL CARVED, GRAY-PAINTED AND PARCEL-GILT MIRROR LATE 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description

  • mirror glass, beechwood, painted
  • height 35 1/2 in.; width 26 in.
  • 90.5 cm; 66 cm

Provenance

AB Stopalo, Stockholm

Condition

With some minor age and construction cracks, mostly at corners and not extensive. Repainted, paint with some light surface dirt. Minor cracks to gesso in later parcel-gilt border. Mirror plate with some foxing and small losses to silvering on reverse in areas. Interesting shape, in good overall condition.
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.