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Two Chinese export reverse paintings on glass, 19th century
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- glass, pine
- framed: the larger: 32cm. high, 26cm. wide; 1ft. ½in., 10¼in.: the smaller: 30cm. high, 25.5cm. wide; 1ft., 10in.
one depicting a scene from Canto XVI of Gerusalemme Liberata with a jousting knight and the inscription `verso Grifon le aperte braccia tende; L oftringealcollo, egran pezzone pende' and the reverse with the an ink inscribed paper label, `Elle tend vern Grifon en bras ouverte l'embrasse et le suspend à son cou A . à Poussin 1691 Anno Accordia ...', within a floral border and ebonised and parcel-gilt frame, the other depicting Frère Luce within a floral border
Condition
These charming paintings on glass are in fair condition, one with painted panel and garlands in very good condition, the mirror with minor losses to edges; the other with losses to the mirrored surface.
"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."