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Curvaceous English George II Style Cartouche-shaped Carved Giltwood Mirror
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the original hand-beveled cartouche-shaped mirror plate within a conforming giltwood frame surmounted by a bold ho-ho bird; the whole adorned with elaborately stylized rocaille carving and scroll motifs; the Ho Ho bird was originally seen in asian artwork and symbolizes good fortune and longevity
- Dimensions:Height: 44.5 in (113.03 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
- Style:Rococo (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1880
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. even patina and rubbing to newly water-gilded surface; some antiquing to plate.
- Seller Location:San Francisco, CA
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