A PAIR OF QUEEN ANNE STYLE BLACK AND GOLD JAPANNED MIRRORS
A PAIR OF QUEEN ANNE STYLE BLACK AND GOLD JAPANNED MIRRORS
height 78 in.; width 27 in.; depth 1 ¾ in.
198.1 cm; 68.6 cm; 4.4 cm
Condition Report:
Minor wear and craquelure to japanned surfaces, more evident at the tops. Some minor areas of losses to japanning on edges of both frames. Inpainting to previous losses, especially to chinoiserie figures. Mirror plates with scattered surface marks and losses to silvering, commensurate with age and use.
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.
Provenance:
The Estate of Ruth Nugent Head, Christie's New York, 5 October 1985, lot 189
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A PAIR OF QUEEN ANNE STYLE BLACK AND GOLD JAPANNED MIRRORS
height 78 in.; width 27 in.; depth 1 ¾ in.
198.1 cm; 68.6 cm; 4.4 cm
Condition Report:
Minor wear and craquelure to japanned surfaces, more evident at the tops. Some minor areas of losses to japanning on edges of both frames. Inpainting to previous losses, especially to chinoiserie figures. Mirror plates with scattered surface marks and losses to silvering, commensurate with age and use.
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.
Provenance:
The Estate of Ruth Nugent Head, Christie's New York, 5 October 1985, lot 189
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