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A Regency oval wall mirror cum light reflector with decorative scalloped design

Offered by: Carlton Hobbs, LLC

Description
A Regency oval wall mirror cum light reflector with decorative scalloped design
English. Early Nineteenth Century.
Measurements
Height: 24" (61 cm); Width 28" (71 cm); Depth 3 1/2" (8 cm).
Research:
Of gilded wood. The molded oval frame set with repeating ball ornament and decorated to the top, bottom and sides with sprigs of oak. The inner tongue and dart slip enclosing the original mirror plate decorated with concentric scalloped thumbprint pattern.

The present piece is a rare example of the nineteenth century development in lighting in which a textured treatment of the glass panels served as reflectors. Pounced, corrugated or pressed glass, created a dynamic surface that was employed to amplify and/or decoratively disperse the light of a room. In this case a complex technique of cutting and grinding the glass was employed, to beautiful effect.

Full research report available on request.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Regency, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	11891
Incollect Reference #:	851399

Dimensions

W.	28 in;	H.	24 in;	D.	3.5 in;
W.	71.12 cm;	H.	60.96 cm;	D.	8.89 cm;

Message from Seller:

Carlton Hobbs, LLC specializes in the acquisition, conservation, and research of 17th to 19th century British and Continental furniture and works of art, with a focus on pieces of exceptional merit, including royal and aristocratic provenance. For inquiries, contact 212.423.9000 or email stefanie@carltonhobbs.com.

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