Carved and Gilt-gesso Girandole Mirror

Description:

Carved and Gilt-gesso Girandole Mirror, probably America, early 19th century, the eagle-carved crest above a circular convex glass, reeded ebonized liner, spherules, and flanking single candle arms, above a carved pendant, ht. 39, dia. 24, overall wd. 34 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

losses to gilt gesso, minor losses and repairs to carvings, candle arms slightly asymmetrical, regilding.


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