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Louis XIV Period French Carved Giltwood Mirror

Offered by: Susan Silver Antiques

Description
Elegant French Period Louis XIV elaborately carved giltwood mirror, the crest decorated with feathers emanating from a crown, a crossed torch and quiver with arrows atop a bow, a beaded inner border, the outer border with acanthus leaves. Original mirror plate with silver mercury losses but still clear.

This type of mirror would usually hang over a console or piece of furniture of the same width. These mirrors would signify social aspirations and cultural refinement of the period.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Giltwood, Carved
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. The mirror plate has some deterioration to the original mercury glass
Creation Date:	Circa 1770
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Louis XIV
Dealer Reference #:	8223
Incollect Reference #:	770498

Dimensions

W.	31 in;	H.	47.5 in;	D.	1.5 in;
W.	78.74 cm;	H.	120.65 cm;	D.	3.81 cm;

Message from Seller:

Susan Silver Antiques, located in Sheffield, Massachusetts, offers a carefully curated selection of 18th and 19th-century Georgian and Regency furniture and accessories. For inquiries, contact us at 413-229-8169 or susan@susansilverantiques.com.

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