Decorative and Atmospheric C19th Japanned Lacquer Cushion-framed Overmantel Mirror in the Late C17th / Early C18th Taste .

Decorative and atmospheric C19th japanned lacquer cushion-framed overmantel mirror in the late C17th / early C18th taste.

The rectangular frame decorated in fantastical Chinoiserie designs in the manner of John Stalker and George Parker whose volume “Treatise in Japanning and Varnishing” published in 1688 , pioneered and documented the decorative techniques in England .

The painted decoration featuring oriental style figures, landscapes and exotic birds .

In good original condition, the aged surface with subtle atmospheric crackulature and wear purporting to an early C18th frame . Minor wear and losses to the japanned surface. The verso with original panelled backboards . The silver-grey mirror plate in good clear condition..

A mirror of rare design and configuration to provide decorative early C18th style to an interior scheme.

H 24”

W 60”

D 4”

England c.1870

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