Louis XV-style Giltwood Carved Mirror

Description:

Louis XV-style Giltwood Carved Mirror, late 19th century, pierced crest with a centralized basket of flowers flanked by acanthus scrollwork surrounding rectangular glazing, frame with C-scrolls and sunflower and rosette motif, terminating in a curvate stylized fan motif at base, ht. 50, wd. 28 1/2 in.
Estimate $300-500

Age-typical signs of wear including some nicks to surfaces and gilding. Numerous areas of retouch. Replaced glass. Splits in wood each corner, see photos.


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