The convex mirror with original gilt, surrounded by a mahogany reeded slip and molded
parcel gilt reeded frame,
the outer edge with bundled reeds, surmounted by a pedestal sided by
acanthus leaves and supporting an eagle displayed, suspending from its beak on a chain a
crystal ball, the base with further acanthus leaves,
each side with
brass and gilt gesso girandole candlearms and candlecups
having the original cut
glass bobeches and dependent teardrops
Note :
Convex mirrors are known to reflect more light that the
comparably sized flat mirrors,
also reflecting the entire room and
other sources of light.
Although made from the mid-18th century, they did not gain great popularity until about 1790.
So
favored were they in the early 19th century, that
Sheraton’s 1803
Director mentioned under 'Mirrors' only the convex
form.
On a personal note, I usually prefer the flat mirror over the
convex.
However, I found this example exceptional and completely
irresistible.
Condition : Excellent, with original gilt and glass bobeches;
antique replaced plate; the plaster eagle with a repair to each wing
joint; one bobeche with minor crack
30” High, 21” Over Bobeches,
11.5” Diameter, the Plate
PRICE : PLEASE INQUIRE
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