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An English gilt-wood and marginal glass toilet mirror, circa 1940
Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description
- giltwood, mirror plates
- 59cm. high, 99.5cm. fully extended; 1ft. 11 1/4in., 3ft. 3 1/4in.
with an adjustable central plate between two folding plates
Literature
Alvilde Lees-Milne and Derry Moore, The Englishwoman's House, London, 1984, p. 40, illustrated in the Duchess's bedroom at Chatsworth.
The Duchess writes, 'In 1941 my aunt gave me three pounds to buy myself a wedding present. I rushed to Peter Jones and got the triple mirror which is on the dressing table' (op. cit. p. 2).
Condition
gilding to the wood is tired and shows old marks, possibly later gild. The plates distressed and with old marks. The metalwork dirty. possibly later decorated
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"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."