C19th George II period revival mahogany and parcel-gilt framed pier mirror in the manner of William Kent .
The scrolling ‘broken arch‘ pediment with floral drop pendants , centred by a dramatic carved gilt-wood exotic mythical ‘Ho-Ho’ bird or phoenix perched on a tree-stump . The sides of the shaped outline frame with vertical parcel-gilt panels of foliate carving . The perimeter of the frame and inner mirror surround with carved and incised parcel-gilt moulding details.
An impressive George II style mirror of bold scale and proportions in the manner of the celebrated mid C18th designer and architect, William Kent (1685-1748) influenced by the Palladian style.
Fitted with a clear silvered mirror plate with the original oak backboards to verso .
In excellent original condition with bright gilding and well-patinated mahogany frame .
H 52”
W 24”
D 4”
England c.1860
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Internal Reference: ML 267
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1222761
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 130cm (51.2inches)Width is 60cm (23.6inches)Depth is 10cm (3.9inches)
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