George III Mahogany Cheval Mirror Attributed to Gillows

Name: George III Mahogany Cheval Mirror Attributed to Gillows
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA719722
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

Description

A fabulous quality and impressive George III mahogany country house cheval mirror attributed to Gillows of Lancaster. The mirror base has four 'c' scroll tapering sabre legs with ebony string inlay in a geometrical design terminating to substantial solid brass lions paw feet castors. The mirror hangs on a pair of vase turned tapering reeded columns with carved leaf design finishing at the top with rope twist and reeded turned finials.

The arched top mirror is cross banded in mahogany with an ebony string inlay to the corner edge and moves on a pivot action so the angle can be adjusted. It retains its original mirror plate that is in very good condition with some slight wear consistent with age.

The cheval mirror dismantles into four separate sections for ease of transport.

Height - 74 inches

Width - 38 inches

Depth - 34 inches

Physical Dimensions

Height

188cm (74.02")

Width

97cm (38.19")

Depth

86cm (33.86")

Declaration

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA719722

Dealers Notes

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Description

A fabulous quality and impressive George III mahogany country house cheval mirror attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.

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The mirror base has four 'c' scroll tapering sabre legs with ebony string inlay in a geometrical design terminating to substantial solid brass lions paw feet castors.

Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

The mirror hangs on a pair of vase turned tapering reeded columns with carved leaf design finishing at the top with rope twist and reeded turned finials.

fig 1. George III Mahogany Cheval Mirror Attributed to Gillows

The arched top mirror is cross banded in mahogany with an ebony string inlay to the corner edge and moves on a pivot action so the angle can be adjusted. It retains its original mirror plate that is in very good condition with some slight wear consistent with age.

The cheval mirror dismantles into four separate sections for ease of transport.

Height - 74 inches

Width - 38 inches

Depth - 34 inches