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A George III carved giltwood mirror, circa 1765
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- mirror plate, giltwood
- 155cm. high, 81cm. wide; 5ft. 1in., 2ft. 8in.
the rectangular central plate flanked by fluted pilasters and border glasses in a leaf and scroll carved outer frame, the cresting centred by symmetrical leaf carved scrolls supporting an acanthus-leaf spray and flanked by leaf and flower carved scrolls and with a leaf and scroll carved apron, re-gilt
Condition
In good overall condition. Some oxidisation to the plate which appears original.
Some slight shrinkage cracks to frame consistent with age. Re-gilt, with some rubbing to gilding and very small chips.
Overall an attractive mirror
"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."