10-09-201510-10-2015
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2850BBoston
October 9, 2015 04:00 PMCalender
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Regency Giltwood and Part-ebonized Girandole Mirror

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$1,722$1,400
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2850BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 10, 2015 10:00AM

Description:

Regency Giltwood and Part-ebonized Girandole Mirror, early 19th century, with inset circular, convex mirror with a reeded border, pendant foliate apron, and foliate crest with eagle, ht. 40 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

Scattered chips, cracks, and losses to gilded surface. Some scattered retouches to gilding. Out-stretched eagle wing separate but present (previously taped in place). Apron and crest re-stabilized with screws and brackets (see images),minor restorations masked by over-painting to reverse. Small break to reeded border.?



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