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An Important Irish George II Pier Mirror, c.1740

About the Item

Retaining its original gilding, the swan neck top mounted with carved rosettes and trailing acanthus outside a central basket of flowers above swooping birds. The later rectangular bevelled plate supported by carved drapes tassels and serpents, above an apron with a central Chinese mask encased with flowing acanthus leaves. Irish c.1740 Additional information: Dimension: Height: 138 cm, 54 3/8″ Width: 76 cm, 29 7/8″
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 54.34 in (138 cm)Width: 29.93 in (76 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
  • Style:
    George II (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Abalone,Carved
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1740
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU848141118002

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