A Rare Italian Giltwood Mirror

Description
A finely carved giltwood mirror from the transitional period between Louis XIV and Louis XV, Turin, first half of the 18th century
Details

The elegant structure reflects a refined balance between the Baroque grandeur of Louis XIV and the early Rococo grace of Louis XV, evident in its naturalistic details, vegetal scrolls, and the central mascaron crowning the imposing crest.

The frame, enriched with precisely carved ornamentation, embodies the excellence of 18th-century Piedmontese craftsmanship, especially that of noble workshops in Turin. Gold leaf gilding enhances the depth of the reliefs. The original mercury mirror plates lend a soft patina and remarkable depth of reflection.

Width: 120 cm (47.24 in)
Height: 200 cm (78.74 in)
Depth: 13 cm (5.12 in)

Condition
excellent
Category
Item Number
616
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