Carved Gilt-wood Oval Girandole Wall Mirror, Circa 1880

Name: Carved Gilt-wood Oval Girandole Wall Mirror, Circa 1880
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1067456
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall

Description

This 19th Century gilt-wood oval girandole is crowned with a stylised shell motif, a classic symbol of prosperity and a nod to the Rococo influence. Surrounding the shell, scrolling leaf decorations unfurl gracefully, adding a sense of movement and natural elegance. The girandole’s original mirror plate is encased within a moulded frame, which boasts a beaded edge and leaf decoration – a detail that catches the light and emphasises the mirror’s reflective quality. Descending towards the base, the girandole presents three scrolling candles sconces, their curves echoing the fluid lines of the leaves above. These sconces are designed to hold candles, which, when lit, would amplify the mirror’s luminosity and create a warm, inviting glow.Completing the design, the base is embellished with acanthus leaf decorations, a motif renowned for its use in classical architecture and decorative arts. The acanthus leaves bring a touch of grandeur and finish the girandole with a flourish sophistication. Overall, this girandole is not just a functional object but a piece of art that reflects the opulent aesthetic and skilled artisanship of the 19th century. It would have served as a focal point in a room, casting light and adding ornamental charm to the space it adorned.

Height: 35 inches (89 cm)

Width: 21 1/4 inches (54 cm)

Depth: 8 1/2 inches (22 cm)

Physical Dimensions

Height

89cm (35.04")

Width

54cm (21.26")

Depth

22cm (8.66")

Declaration

Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1067456

Dealers Internal Reference

SA254

Dealers Notes

Surrey Antiques have been dealing in and restoring fine furniture since 1982. With over 35 years experience dealing in all types of antique furniture from early oak and walnut to Georgian mahogany and the more exotic timbers such as rosewood and satinwood.

Whilst we deal mostly with mahogany furniture of the Georgian period designed by some of the greatest furniture designers such as Chippendale, Sheraton, Hepplewhite and Adam we also have a very good in depth knowledge of all the main periods of English furniture design from early oak to Regency and Victorian.

Description

This 19th Century gilt-wood oval girandole is crowned with a stylised shell motif, a classic symbol of prosperity and a nod to the Rococo influence.

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Surrounding the shell, scrolling leaf decorations unfurl gracefully, adding a sense of movement and natural elegance.

Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall

The girandole’s original mirror plate is encased within a moulded frame, which boasts a beaded edge and leaf decoration – a detail that catches the light and emphasises the mirror’s reflective quality. Descending towards the base, the girandole presents three scrolling candles sconces, their curves echoing the fluid lines of the leaves above. These sconces are designed to hold candles, which, when lit, would amplify the mirror’s luminosity and create a warm, inviting glow.Completing the design, the base is embellished with acanthus leaf decorations, a motif renowned for its use in classical architecture and decorative arts. The acanthus leaves bring a touch of grandeur and finish the girandole with a flourish sophistication. Overall, this girandole is not just a functional object but a piece of art that reflects the opulent aesthetic and skilled artisanship of the 19th century. It would have served as a focal point in a room, casting light and adding ornamental charm to the space it adorned.

Height: 35 inches (89 cm)

Width: 21 1/4 inches (54 cm)

Depth: 8 1/2 inches (22 cm)