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A pair of Italian carved giltwood mirrors, Venetian mid 18th century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- tole, pine, poplar, mirror
- each 150cm. high, 89cm. wide; 4ft. 11in., 2ft. 11in.
each with two candlearms in gilded tôle; formerly fitted for electricity
Provenance
Tullio Silva Collection, Milan
Condition
In overall good conserved condition. Gilding less greenish and more golden than in the catalogue photo. On one, the top left mirrored cartouche possibly has a later plate which has been rebacked . Attractive detail to carving. Some very minor chips to gilding which can easily be touched up. There is an old repair to the carving on the acanthus beneath the mirrored cartouche on the right side. Some minor scattered chips to the carving and gilding which are hardly noticeable.The gilding is nicely worn on the gilded metal candlearms.
"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."