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Impressive Late 19th Century Zinc Window, Oeil de Boeuf, Frame or Mirror

About the Item

This nineteenth century zinc bull's eye window, called an Oeil de Boeuf in French, was originally a dormer window in a mansard roof of a Normandy manor house. At 34 inches in height, with its classic pediment style roof and interior mirror, this piece makes an impressive statement as an architectural element hung on the wall. c. 1880.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34 in (86.36 cm)Width: 29.25 in (74.3 cm)Depth: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Writing below mirror, visible in photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Fayetteville, AR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 23B0231stDibs: LU983239109332
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