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A PAIR OF GEORGE IV GILTWOOD PIER MIRRORS, POSSIBLY IRISH CIRCA 1825
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- height 8 ft. 10 in.; width 47 in.
- 269.2 cm; 119.4 cm
Condition
Overall fair condition; losses, flaking and chips to gilding to the frames as is visible in the catalogue illustration; molded ribbon band to the upper right side of one lacking but pieces are present; chips, flaking and losses to gilding of the sides; overall with dirt and some wear; the mirror glasses with losses to the silvering especially to the edges; one long mirror glass is possibly replaced; areas of pitting to the silvering throughout; three shallow chips to the top edge of one long mirror glass.
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.