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19th Century Original Empire Style Large Console Mirror in Walnut Wax Polished

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Early 19th century Empire style console wall mirror in walnut . Column with marbled walnut wood with gold leaf on the end, three mirrors and top molded frame. This important mirror was above the fireplace in the hall of the Palazzo on Lake Como, owned by the noble Della Torre family SEE 1stDibs Ref: LU249536717153 Measure cm: H 90, W 160, D 22. History , curiosity and provenance of this item: Mirror of the last heir of ancient noble family “Della Torre di Rezzonico”. This branch of the family is originally from the village of Rezzonico on Como Lake. Andrea Erecco Della Torre would be the ancestor that gave origin to the Della Torre Rezzonico family. In 1640 Aurelio Della Torre moved to Venice in order to pursue the trade. Amassed immense fortunes which he bequeathed to his nephews Giovanni Battista and Quintigliano who obtained the Venetian nobility. Giovanni Battista married a lady of Venice and from marriage was born on March 7, 1693 Carlo Rezzonico, who in 1753 became Pope (Clemente XIII). Registered in the Court of Arms of Government Lombardo on November 20, 1769.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.44 in (90 cm)Width: 63 in (160 cm)Depth: 8.67 in (22 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vigonza, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FQ781stDibs: LU249538940343

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