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Exceptional Pair of 18th Century Girandole Mirrors

About the Item

A large-scale, completely original pair of hand-carved, gessoed and 22k gold gilded Venetian crest form mirrors featuring foliate reliefs, flags and dramatic crowns comprised of battle armor and assorted regalia. Each with crystal candelabra at their bases and both inset with original, mercury glass.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 55 in (139.7 cm)Width: 33 in (83.82 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1750-1759
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1750
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Two small spear form carvings were re-attached. One antique repair, one seemingly more recent. Extremely difficult to see these former breaks. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Newport Beach, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU853927399362
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