- 693
An Italian rococo polychrome painted and parcel-gilt mirror, Venice, mid-18th century
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Giltwood, mirror glass
- 97cm. high, 70cm. wide; 3ft. 2in., 2ft. 3½in.
the rectangular plate within a moulded frame and pierced cresting, the whole carved with floral sprays, foliage and cartouches
Condition
In reasonable condition, with marks and scratches consistent with age and use. Minor losses to painted decoration. Some repairs, including one to far-left scroll of crest, and to the top left corner of frame. One further noticeable crack towards the middle of the bottom border of frame. The plate with extensive foxing and some 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. 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."