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George I Giltwood Overmantel Mirror, c. 1720

Offered by: Patrick Bavasi

Description
George I Giltwood Overmantel Mirror
English, circa 1720

The mirror features a central cartouche flanked by swan-neck pediments above an egg-and-dart molded frame with trailing vine decoration and sides ornamented with carved oak leaves. The deeply worked gesso decoration surrounds a later mercury glass plate. Reduced in width at an early date, the alteration is handled with unusual skill and is not immediately apparent.

The carving displays a lively quality throughout, particularly in the scrolling vinework and oak leaves, while the varied depth of the decoration creates strong shadow and contrast across the surface. The retained gilding and aged plate contribute to the mirror’s overall character.

The combination of bold carving and relatively compact scale makes the mirror particularly versatile, suitable for use above a chimney piece, console, or chest of drawers.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	gilded pine and gesso; mercury on glass plate
Condition:	good antique condition; some repairs and gilding refreshed; reduced in width
Creation Date:	circa 1720
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, George I
200 Lex Booth #:	54
Dealer Reference #:	A259
Incollect Reference #:	860976

Dimensions

W.	40 in;	H.	35 in;
W.	101.6 cm;	H.	88.9 cm;

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