Louis XVI Style Painted and Parcel-Gilt Perspectival Overmantel Mirror
The arched mirror plate within a frame carved to simulate a vaulted ceiling recess with egg-and-dart carved moldings; possibly once part of a boiserie. Height 76 inches (183.1 cm), width 42 inches (106.7 cm).
Sold for $1,875
Estimated at $700 - $1,000
Includes Buyer's Premium
Louis XVI Style Painted and Parcel-Gilt Perspectival Overmantel Mirror
The arched mirror plate within a frame carved to simulate a vaulted ceiling recess with egg-and-dart carved moldings; possibly once part of a boiserie. Height 76 inches (183.1 cm), width 42 inches (106.7 cm).
Possibly once part of boiserie, good carving, chips to carved elements, flaking and chips to gilding, losses, crystalization and ovidation to mirror plate, some areas with regilding.
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Auction: English & Continental Furniture & Decorative Arts, May 26, 2021