Gilt-gesso Eglomise Mirror

Description:

Gilt-gesso Eglomise Mirror, possibly Massachusetts, c. 1800-10, molded spherule-adorned cornice above the tablet showing a spreadwing eagle atop a plinth and crossed flags, mirror glass below, all flanked by ropetwist columns, ht. 38 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

Tablet shows evidence of some repainting.


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