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Horizontal Elmwood Mirror with 19th Century Chinese Lacquered Bed Carving

About the Item

This large size horizontal elmwood mirror is made of a 19th century lacquered carving originally part of wedding bed. This delicate carving now adorns a clear mirror that beautifully highlights its decorative aspect. The carving, showing a nice antique polychrome, is skilfully carved with typical Chinese motifs such as plants, berries and scrolls. In the upper section, a fan-shaped cartouche features a pleasant scene with Chinese characters, probably people of letters, drinking tea under bamboos. In the top corners, two other scenes depict a person of letters with an assistant. The carving is magnificently lacquered in its original red and dark brown, which enhances the scenes. This uncommon mirror would be a beautiful decorative item in most homes, maybe above a bed, as it was originally used, or in a den above a sofa.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 60 in (152.4 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Mirror,Wood,Carved,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Yonkers, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YN2712 / FEA Web1stDibs: 1111188639256
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