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19th Century George II Style Pier Glass in the Manner of Matthias Lock

$66,857.30per set
£48,000per set
€56,761.31per set
CA$91,009.50per set
A$102,009.93per set
CHF 53,113.58per set
MX$1,245,584.88per set
NOK 674,349.44per set
SEK 639,222.62per set
DKK 423,500.86per set
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A George II Style Pier Glass in the manner of Matthias Lock Of rectangular form, constructed in giltwood and gesso, elaborately carved incorporating filigree inner-moulding and floriate branches to the sides; above, a flower basket at the apex is flanked by a twin-scroll pediment supported by a carved balustrade, a central stylised shell, and a pendant pair of oriental masks; and below, a large scallop shell, emblematic of birth and unity, the whole enclosing a mercury glass plate, circa 1850 Matthias Lock's 'Six Sconces', published in 1744, the very first pattern book of Rococo designs; strong concordances showing the influence of Lock can be seen, especially on Plate 2 of this revolutionary work. Literature: Morrison Heckscher, "Lock And Copland: A Catalogue Of The Engraved Ornament," Furniture History, Vol. 15 (1979), pp. 25 (pl. 2).
  • Similar to:
    Matthias Lock (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 100.5 in (255.27 cm)Width: 45.5 in (115.57 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    George II (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Each item has undergone careful inspection and restoration by a conservation specialist in order to guarantee the original quality and integrity of the object. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 89311stDibs: LU954712629432

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