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A BAROQUE ACANTHUS GILTWOOD MIRROR CARVED WITH UNUSUAL SERPENT

Offered by: Carlton Hobbs, LLC

Description
A BAROQUE ACANTHUS GILTWOOD MIRROR CARVED WITH UNUSUAL SERPENT AND GROTESQUE MOTIFS AND SURMOUNTED BY A DISPLAYED EAGLE
Possibly Florence. Probably Early Eighteenth Century.
Measurements
Height: 57 1/2" (131 cm); Width: 36 3/4 (93 cm).

Research
Of limewood (?). The old but later rectangular mercury silvered beveled mirror plate within a stylized lotus carved molding. The crest surmounted by a displayed eagle with a bulbous blossoming flower. The frame composed of a system of boldly carved acanthus leaves with two entwined serpents/ The lower part centered by a grotesque male mask with distorted mouth holding tendrils. Note: The molded section containing the mirror with old evidence of small height reduction. Possibly originally a frame for a painting. The gilding is probably 19th century. Minor old repairs and forged iron strengthening to reverse.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Creation Date:	Early 19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Baroque, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	11525
Incollect Reference #:	811160

Dimensions

W.	36.75 in;	H.	57.5 in;
W.	93.35 cm;	H.	146.05 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.