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A Louis XVI style carved giltwood and composition mirror French, late 19th/early 20th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 54 in.; width 37 in.
- 137 cm; 94 cm
the crest surmounted by a ribbon-tied medallion surrounding a Sèvres style porcelain plaque with eighteenth century companions flanked by grape vines, the beveled glass oval mirror plate set within wheel carved glass mirror panels.
Condition
Overall good condition. The garlands with traces of repair and gilt touch ups in places. The frame with age cracks throughout. Loss to the beaded border of the oval frame. Losses to the ribbon decoration to the bottom of the frame. Giltwood with traces of nicks and scratches consistent with age now showing gesso in places.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.