Chippendale gilt carved mirror (American)

An antique Chippendale mahogany and gilt carved looking glass, circa 1780.

Inventory #13002

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A very good Chippendale mahogany mirror or looking glass. This mirror has an iconic form with gardrooned and shaped ears on both the crest and base. The crest has a carved central Phoenix bird with original gilding. The mirror glass appears to be original and is famed with a chip carved and gilt border.

Dimensions

Height 35 3/4" Width 20 3/4"

Pricing

Sold.

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