A large Victorian carved giltwood and painted overmantel and chimneypiece, 17th century style, circa 1890

the upper part with an overmantel incorporating a portrait of a cavalier, with pilasters carved with foliate pendants, Solomonic columns and a domed cresting, the lower part with an egg and dart border supported by four further columns carved with a vine leaves and grapes

This chimneypiece is impressive, quite extraordinary in fact. It has been in store for sometime and this shows and will require the attention of a professional restorer. The finely carved wood has chips (with losses) and old marks and scratches as well as age cracks. These losses reveal white gesso under coat and timber in places. The surface with ingrained dirt. There is a loss to skirting boards. The canvas panel with extensive craquelure and will require restoration. There is also some spilt white paint to this. The cornice is damaged and will require putting together. This is a monumental object which will require a professional carpenter to install.
"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."