Antique Furniture Direct has dated this piece to the Regency era.
A really good example with gilt gesso frame with beautiful water gilding.
Convex mirrors were often placed in the dining rooms of Georgian country houses. One glance at the convex mirror and a butler could observe the whole room allowing him to oversee guests at mealtime whilst keeping a discreet distance. Hence these mirrors became known as “Butlers mirrors”.
Construction/Wood:
Gilt gesso
Condition Report:
Good condition – some light age and foxing to the mirror plate. A few cracks to the frame commensurate with age. Beautiful water gilding to frame.
Dimensions:
Width: 59cm
Depth : 7cm
Height: 59cm
Antique Furniture Direct has dated this piece to the Regency era.
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Large William IV Water Gilt Convex Butlers Mirror
