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19Th Century Faded Velvet Foxed Mercury Convex Country House Mirror

$1,212.51
£895
€1,046.17
CA$1,673.45
A$1,874.63
CHF 976.86
MX$22,866.67
NOK 12,413.59
SEK 11,705.13
DKK 7,808.34

About the Item

A highly decorative country house convex mirror, with oil gilt slip and faded velvet clad frame. The original mercury mirror plate has been beautifully oxidised and pitted by time. Completely untouched and original, English circa 1880. Some small tears to the velvet, minor splitting to hardwood frame and slip. Some surface wear to the mirror plate. 63cm in diameter 7cm in depth
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.76 in (7 cm)Diameter: 24.81 in (63 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    late 19th
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612146066142

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