An Imposing Hand Carved Sorrento Ware Walnut or Olivewood Folding Standing Mirror, mid to late Nineteenth Century.
The hinged fretwork panels superbly inlaid with Italian figurative oval vignettes, surrounding an oval beveled edge looking glass.
Condition: Superb untouched condition with nice surface patination and little evidence of use. Complete with its original back support stand, original mirror is also in nice clean condition
Height: (entire as shown) 17.25'' (43.5cm). Width: (entire when opened) 14” (35cm). Width: (when closed) 7” (17.5cm).
Location: Dublin City, Ireland.
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The history of Sorrento Ware dates back to The first known examples of Sorrento ware were small boxes and other objects that were made for the local market in the 18th century. However, the popularity of Sorrento ware soon spread to other parts of Italy and Europe and Worldwide.
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Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 43.5cm (17.1inches)Width is 35cm (13.8inches)Depth is 17.5cm (6.9inches)
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