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A set of six Italian carved giltwood girandoles, Piedmontese mid 18th Century
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- Giltwood, pine or poplar
- 61cm. high., 40.5cm wide; 2ft., 1ft. 4in.
each with a cartouche shaped plate within foliate and flower carved frames, with gilded tôle twin branch candlearms; formely fitted for electricity, with a partially illegible ink inscribed label LIFPIN...
Condition
Overall these mirrors are in good condition. All have characteristic minor losses to gilding and some losses to carving with some minor worm damage. One main plate appears to be later and three smaller plates are also later. One mirror has a burn to the frame from a candle. The gilding could benefit from cleaning on all according to taste. One holder for the candle-arm has been replaced.
"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."