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Five French paintings on glass within mirrored and carved giltwood frames 18th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- oak, gilding, glass, paint
- various 43.5cm. high, 51cm. wide; 1ft. 5in., 1ft. 8in., 48cm. high, 41.5cm. wide; 1ft. 7in., 1ft. 4½in., 43cm. high, 51cm. wide; 1ft. 5in. 1ft. 8in., 38cm. high, 33cm. wide; 1ft. 3in., 1ft. 1in., 43cm. high, 51.5cm. wide; 1ft. 5in., 8¼in.
three depicting biblical scenes, one Saint Anthony of Padua and another a Bishop, the panel with the beggar partially illegibly signed
Condition
All the paintings on glass are vibrantly coloured and in very good order with some minor paint losses. One of the panels with the bishop has slipped out of the frame, this can be easily adjusted and the glazed panel above is crazed as visible in the photo. The frames are also generally in good order apart from minor hairline cracks and chips to gilding. In overall good condition.
"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."