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An Italian polychrome lacquered and parcel-gilt mirror, Venetian mid 18th century
Estimate
25,000 - 40,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- lacquered and parcel-gilt , glass
- 118cm. high, 120cm. wide, 7cm. deep; 3ft. 10½in., 3ft. 11¼in., 2¾in.
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Colours overall slightly darker and much more attractive than in the catalogue photograph. Charming detail to painted decoration with attractive craquelure. The gilding is nicely worn in places and some very minor hairline cracks which are commensurate with age and hardly noticeable. Old restoration to a scroll on the cresting leaving a slight gap as visible from the photograph. A charming piece and highly recommended.
"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."