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A George II gilt-gesso mirror circa 1730
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt-gesso on wood
- height 4 ft. 2 in.; width 22 in.
- 127 cm; 55.9 cm
The beveled mirror plate within a frame surmounted by a cartouche-shaped cresting and within a molded surround carved with foliage on a punched ground, the sides with drapery swags, the shaped apron centered by a rosette.
Provenance
Hallidays Antiques Ltd., London
Condition
Overall fair condition; regilded with rubbing and wear and some small chips and losses to gilding and gesso overall; old repaired break to cartouche at join with mirror; cartouche possibly associated; mirror plate appears to be replaced with some pitting and small losses to silvering.
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.