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Pair of 19th Century Carved Giltwood Mirrors in the Chippendale Style

About the Item

A good pair of looking glasses In the manner of Thomas Chippendale The oval mercury glass plates housed within ornate rococo carved and pierced gilt wood frames, composed of 'C' scrolls, flowering branchwork, and stylised acanthus leaves. English, Circa 1880 The design for these mirrors is derived from the original drawing by Thomas Chippendale in his The Gentleman & Cabinetmaker's Director of 1762 (3rd ed.), on Plate CLXVIII, as "Oval Glass Frames."
  • Similar to:
    Thomas Chippendale (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chippendale (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Each item has undergone careful inspection and restoration by a conservation specialist in order to guarantee the original quality and integrity of the object. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 96121stDibs: LU954727007592
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