A William and Mary stripped pine mirror, possibly Dutch, late 17th century

with a Continental coat of arms in the cresting, originally silvered

Acquired from Frank Partridge, London, in the 1930s;
Christie's South Kensington, May 21, 2013, lot 32

Later plate with some loss to silvering at center. Some minor worm damage to bottom section of inner frame molding. Some age cracks. A loss to the side carving to the right upper section of mirror. Restorations.
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.
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