A PAIR OF GEORGE II STYLE GILTWOOD PIER MIRRORS

partially composed of 18^{th century elements. Later gilded.}

Overall good restored condition.; partially composed of eighteenth century elements; later gilded; with very minor chips and losses to the gilding overall and with some rubbing and wear; the cresting of one with minor old repaired breaks; the other cresting with minor age cracks to the reverse; the frame with very minor old worm to the reverse; overall with minor old scratches and wear consistent with age and use.
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.

These mirrors share affinities with the designs of William Jones, The Gentleman or Builder's Companion, 1739, the author of one of the earliest and most influential pattern books to be published in the English language. (See: E. White, The Pictorial Dictionary of British 18^th Century Furniture Design, 1990, p 323, pl. 42.)