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A pair of German early rococo gilt wood and gesso mirrors, probably Lohr am Main circa 1730
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Giltwood, mirror glass
- 196cm. high, 89cm. wide; 6ft. 5in., 2ft. 11in.
decorated with finely carved rocaille and stylised foliage
Condition
These elegant and unusual mirrors, in original condition, present marks and scratches consistent with age, and overall foxing to the mirror glass plates. Both would benefit from light cleaning. One mirror with rubbing and wear to the gilt surface, and one repaired breakage to the bottom left side. The other mirror with the crest broken in two parts on either side, with losses to the gesso surface (visible in the catalogue photograph). More small losses to the gilding are noticeable on the bottom left side of the frame. There are some minor cracks and breakages to either bottom sides.
"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."