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Fine Italian Giltwood Wall Mirror With Original Mercury Glass

Stock No

003

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2025
  • £1,550.00
  • €1,799 Euro
  • $2,108 US Dollar

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Item Description

An exceptional and richly carved giltwood wall mirror, of Italian origin, dating from the late 18th to early 19th century.

This piece features a gracefully pierced frame with flowing scrollwork, acanthus leaves, and a central neoclassical urn crest. The frame retains its original water-gilded finish, now beautifully worn with age, revealing traces of red bole beneath the gold leaf.

The mirror plate is original mercury-backed glass, exhibiting mild foxing.

The back of the frame is composed of wide, hand-hewn boards, with early joinery and original nails intact, further confirming the mirror’s authenticity and age. Circa 1780.

Item Info

Seller Location

Headcorn, Kent

Item Dimensions

H: 59cm W: 104cm

Period

c1780

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Headcorn, Kent

Item Location

United Kingdom

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