A Baroque North Italian Gilt and Repoussé Metal-Mounted Mirror, Circa 1700
A Baroque North Italian Gilt and Repoussé Metal-Mounted Mirror, Circa 1700
probably Venice
overall height 16 in.; frame height 14 in.; width 12 3/4 in.; depth 2 in.
5.1 cm; 35.6 cm; 32.4 cm; 5.1 cm
Condition Report:
Mirror panels with typical oxidation, foxing, and sporadic losses to silvering. Loss to glass approx. 5cm long to narrow vertical border of top plate along lower right side; also a small loss to upper left corner of outermost narrow border and along diagonal edge of lower raised plate. A few small cracks along outer narrow glass border; these generally visible in catalogue photographs. Scattered rubbing and discolouration to gilding, this primarily on lower left foliate corner mount and cherub mask and not significant.
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.
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A Baroque North Italian Gilt and Repoussé Metal-Mounted Mirror, Circa 1700
probably Venice
overall height 16 in.; frame height 14 in.; width 12 3/4 in.; depth 2 in.
5.1 cm; 35.6 cm; 32.4 cm; 5.1 cm
Condition Report:
Mirror panels with typical oxidation, foxing, and sporadic losses to silvering. Loss to glass approx. 5cm long to narrow vertical border of top plate along lower right side; also a small loss to upper left corner of outermost narrow border and along diagonal edge of lower raised plate. A few small cracks along outer narrow glass border; these generally visible in catalogue photographs. Scattered rubbing and discolouration to gilding, this primarily on lower left foliate corner mount and cherub mask and not significant.
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.
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