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A Baroque Period Giltwood Altar Mirror from Dijon, France, Late 17th Century

About the Item

This giltwood altar mirror, which dates to the late 1600s, was hand-carved in France, during the Baroque period. It was recently hung on the wall of a chateau in Dijon, France. The well-carved frame overlaps the shaped mirror, presenting as several parclose mirrors that surround the central section of glass. Areas of the frame have hand-painted elements, most noticeably clusters of grapes, which have a deep green and red hue. Four winged cherub mascarons with foliage around their necks are intertwined within the sprawling grapevines. At the top of the mirror is a bird emerging from a cloud that partially obscures a six-point sunburst. Birds are often associated with hope, while the sunburst typically symbolizes strength. Additional motifs include C-scrolls, attenuated curves, and a pierced leaf. All of the carvings have varying thickness, which gives the motifs more prominence. The result is a beautiful Baroque mirror that can be placed above a mantel, in a small bathroom, or hung from a hallway wall.

Dimensions:

Height: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Width: 34.875 in (88.59 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)

Style:

Baroque (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Giltwood,Glass,Mirror,Paint,Wood,Gilt,Hand-Carved,Hand-Painted

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

Late 17th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Late 1600s

Condition:

Repaired: Traces of old restoration, coupled with more recent work. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good antique condition. Commensurate loss of silver to glass, which is highly sought-after. Minor nicks and frame losses, which has old restoration and more recent work. There is a small crack to the glass of the bottom parclose. Rigged for hanging.

Seller Location:

Dallas, TX

Reference Number:

Seller: 624-21stDibs: LU906343349772

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