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A French 1930s Verre Églomisé Rectangular Mirror

Offered by: epoca

Description
the rectangular plate within a reverse-painted mirrored frame decorated with graceful floral and foliate vines on a gold gilt ground

Verre églomisé is a French term referring to the process of applying both a design and gilding onto the rear face of glass to produce a mirror finish. The name is derived from the 18th-century French decorator and art-dealer Jean-Baptiste Glomy, who was responsible for its revival.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Verre Églomisé
Condition:	Good. later central plate; good vintage condition with no chips or cracks; overall patina and even wear
Creation Date:	1930
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	5464
Incollect Reference #:	703920

Dimensions

W.	24 in;	H.	32 in;	D.	3 in;
W.	60.96 cm;	H.	81.28 cm;	D.	7.62 cm;

Message from Seller:

epoca, located in the Design Center neighborhood of San Francisco, has been characterized as “blended eclectic” offering unique 20th century furnishings alongside traditional antiques and accessories

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