Early 19th Century Federal Eagle Wood and Gesso Gilded Convex Mirror

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Early 19th Century Federal Eagle Wood and Gesso Gilded Convex Mirror

About the Item

Presenting a gorgeous early 19th century American federal period console mirror from circa 1810-1820. This console mirror is of the highest quality ! It is constructed of wood and gesso and absolutely gloriously gilded. On top of the mirror is a carved American Eagle, classically Federal in style after Independence. It is a mirror that was made to scream “American Independence” and pride in the symbol of American Independence The eagle sits on a carved rock with carved talons and its wings spread and its neck turned. Either side of the eagle he is flanked by carved acanthus leaves. The case for the mirror section is circular with balls on the inside in a circle with ebony stringing and a convex mirror. The mirror is the original and has all the ‘signs’ you want to see of natural aging for a piece this old. On the base of the mirror the acanthus leaves on the top of the mirror are replicated with a central floral style central carving. It is in near mint condition !!! Federal furniture refers to American furniture produced in the federal period, which lasted from approximately 1789 to 1823. Notable furniture makers who worked in the Federal style included Duncan Phyfe and Charles-Honoré Lannuier. It was influenced by the Georgian and Adam styles, and was superseded by the American Empire style. Pieces in this style are characterized by their sharply geometric forms, legs that are usually straight rather than curved, contrasting veneers, and geometric inlay patterns on otherwise flat surfaces. Pictorial motifs, when extant, usually reference the new Federal government with symbols such as the eagle.

Dimensions:
Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Width: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
Style:
Federal (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Gesso,Giltwood,Mirror,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
Early 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1810
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Near Mint.
Seller Location:
Dallas, TX
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU3978114260181