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18th Century Italian Gilt Framed Mirror
$5,625
$7,50025% Off
£4,285.39
£5,713.8525% Off
€4,941.23
€6,588.3025% Off
CA$7,872.07
CA$10,496.1025% Off
A$8,795.73
A$11,727.6425% Off
CHF 4,601.14
CHF 6,134.8625% Off
MX$107,863.85
MX$143,818.4725% Off
NOK 58,793.87
NOK 78,391.8225% Off
SEK 55,752.16
SEK 74,336.2125% Off
DKK 36,879.03
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About the Item
This 18th-century Italian gilt-framed mirror is a masterpiece of imperfection, radiating character and history in equal measure. The original silvered glass, crafted in two sections—a necessity when large panes weren’t available—has completely tarnished, transforming the reflective surface into a dreamlike haze. Rather than revealing a crisp reflection, it offers a moment of quiet introspection, inviting you to imagine the person you see within. The gilt frame is a study in understated elegance, with carved squares each featuring a single dot, creating a rhythmic, almost meditative pattern. At the top, architectural flourishes evoke the grandeur of Italian facades, with floral details and moldings reminiscent of a sunlit palazzo. This mirror carries a pretense that can’t be fully captured in words or photographs—it must be experienced. Perfectly imperfect, it is a rare find, a conversation piece that blurs the line between functional object and poetic work of art.
- Dimensions:Height: 56.5 in (143.51 cm)Width: 34 in (86.36 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:18th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Because the silver is tarnished, the glass does not reflect like a traditional mirror. It's a dark gray, almost black, finish.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: RIGHTPROPER32991stDibs: LU3738342877572
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