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An Italian Rococo carved giltwood and etched glass mirror Venice, mid-18th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- glass, pine, fruitwood
- height 71 in.; width 49 in.
- 180.5 cm; 124.5 cm
Provenance
Sold Sotheby's Monte Carlo, June 25-26, 1983, lot 173
Condition
Central mirror plate replaced. Etched border glass with losses to silvering (largest loss to the proper left hand side below figure) foxing, and old crystallization. Bottom central mirror plate detached but present. Upper right corner plate with a break. Giltwood frame with losses, wear to gilding, and chips. Gilding refreshed. Lower section of frame with construction crack that is now separating, recommend securing.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.