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A Queen Anne gilt and black japanned toilet mirror, circa 1720
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- japanned wood, mirror glass
- 99.5cm. high, 44.5cm. wide, 34.5cm. deep; 3ft. 3¼in., 1ft. 5½in., 1ft. 1¼in.
the mirror with crowned crest, the base with a fall front opening to reveal six short drawers and three pigeon holes, above a drawer opening to reveal a fitted interior containing four boxes, a brush and a pin cushion with conforming gilt and black japanned decoration, on bun feet
Condition
An intricately designed and finely executed toilet mirror in reasonable condition. The detachable top cresting with one loss to the crown. The apparently original mirror plate in good condition, the border with some minor losses to the lacquer. The forefront opening to reveal a fitted interior decorated in black and gilt lacquer. The drawer below also fitted with six boxes, one brush, and one pin cushion. With one key for both locks. Overall showing typical signs of age, old marks and scratches, commensurate with use.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Two related gilt and black japanned toilet mirrors are illustrated in Adam Bowett, Early Georgian Furniture 1715-1740, Antique Collectors Club, 2009, p. 269, pl. 6:4, 6:5. Known as 'Union Suites' or 'Setts', the term denotes a dressing mirror bureau fitted with boxes, brushes and other paraphernalia associated with dressing (op. cit., p. 270).