George I Gilt Gesso Mirror
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George I Gilt Gesso Mirror
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 43.51 in (110.5 cm)Width: 25.6 in (65 cm)Depth: 7.49 in (19 cm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1720
- Condition:
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU102665604753
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