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An English George II Style Cartouche-shaped Giltwood Mirror with Ho Ho Birds

Offered by: epoca

Description
the cartouche mirror plate within a conforming giltwood frame with floral crest above an openwork frame of acanthus and rocaille carving all flanked by the mythical Ho Ho bird with one bird upright and the other downward; the Ho Ho bird was originally seen in Asian artwork and symbolizes good fortune and longevity

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	carved giltwood
Condition:	Good. overall even wear and patina to re-gilded surface; later plate
Creation Date:	1900
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, George II
Dealer Reference #:	5879
Incollect Reference #:	663515

Dimensions

W.	34 in;	H.	48 in;	D.	3 in;
W.	86.36 cm;	H.	121.92 cm;	D.	7.62 cm;

Message from Seller:

epoca, located in the Design Center neighborhood of San Francisco, has been characterized as “blended eclectic” offering unique 20th century furnishings alongside traditional antiques and accessories