Lot Details
Lot 375
George II Gilt-Gesso Mirror
Second quarter 18th century
The beveled rectangular mirror plate within a frame surmounted by a scrolled pediment centered by Prince of Wales feathers, the shaped apron centered by a scallop shell flanked by foliate scrolls and fitted for candle arms. Height 47 inches (119.4 cm), width 26 1/2 inches (67.3 cm).
C The Nelson Doubleday, Jr. Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Sold for $5,625 (includes buyer's premium)
Additional Notes & Condition Report
Good quality with much of the original gesso, mirror plate replaced, rubbing to gilding, especially to bottom edge and apron, small areas with regilding, brass fittings later, cresting appears to be original
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