An Italian blue glass, glass and parcel-gilt mirror, Venetian circa 1730

of rectangular form, with divided plates within giltwood foliate carved borders applied with geometric shaped bevelled glass reserves enclosing blue glass flowerheads

In overall good original condition. Colour of gilding slightly darker and more attractive than in catalogue photograph. There is some surface dirt which can easily be cleaned off. There are old minor marks, chips and scratches, commensurate with age. There is a minor chip to the top right corner of the glass border, which is hardly noticeable. There are some very minor chips to the glass geometric motifs which are hardly noticeable. Some of the glass stamens in the centre of the blue flowerheads are possibly replacements, but this is hardly noticeable. There is a very small approx 2cm. long piece of glass missing along the border of the lower left side, as visible from the photograph. Old very minor repair to inner giltwood border, leaving a small piece missing, but this is hardly noticeable and has been well executed. Very attractive detail to carving of frame.
"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."

A related mirror was sold in these Rooms, 8th December 2004, lot 11 (£60,000).