Federal Gilt Gesso Mirror

Description:

Federal Gilt Gesso Mirror, John Kidder and Joseph Carter, Charlestown, Massachusetts, c. 1815-25, the upper tablet with a pineapple in high relief, with partial maker's label on the reverse, (minor imperfections),ht. 48, wd. at cornice 31 in.

Note: John Kidder (1753-1835) and Joseph Carter became partners in Charlestown, Massachusetts, in 1811.
Estimate $800-1,200

minor gesso loss to cornice, some wear to gilding; tablet warped; glass with imperfections but original.

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