French Baroque Period Carved Giltwood Mirror Frame With Original Mercury Plate, Circa 1750

$17,500

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Description

An exuberant mid-18th century French Baroque giltwood mirror with an elaborately carved frame of scrolling acanthus, floral and ribbon motifs, and pierced detailing; the mirror’s bold crest with C-scrolls, acanthus, and foliate motifs — typical of the grandeur and drama inherent in the period’s decorative style. The corners are further embellished with intricate floral & ribbon carvings. The original mercury glass is set within the frame, featuring marginal plates that border the larger central mirror. The characteristically mottled surface of the plate adds a rich sense of history to this mirror.

height: 62 in. (158 cm)
width: 41 in. (104 cm)
depth: 4 in. (10 cm)

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Consistent with age and use; very good condition; original mercury glass with desirable mottling and fogging and imperfections.