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A PAIR OF ITALIAN ROCOCO GILTWOOD MIRRORS MID-18TH CENTURY
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- giltwood, mirror glass
- height 85 1/2 in.; width 42 in.
- 217 cm; 106.5 cm
Condition
Regilt; gilding with some rubbing and losses. Restored breaks and cracks to some of the carved elements. Mirror plates replaced and now with losses to silvering and crystallization due to age. One mirror with S-scroll element at upper right corner is slightly loose; chip to the top of the cresting. Please note that the mirrors are not backed with any wood but the plates are exposed on the reverse.
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.