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Pair Early 18th Century Italian Girandole Mirrors

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This is a very unusual pair of late 17th or early 18th century Italian Baroque Girandoles. The girandoles feature a finely executed carved gilt wood frame that is surmounted by a finely carved and gilt acanthus leaf crest. The acanthus leaf candle stems are also finely carved and original to the girandoles. The mirror plates appear to be original to the girandoles and are beautifully patinated with some anticipated losses to the silver. The gold leaf appears to be original with the wonderful red bole showing through in places. Girandoles of this size and form are uncommon, especially in their nearly original condition. These mirror would add depth and authenticity to any interior in which they were placed.

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	carved wood, gold leaf
Condition:	Good. Overall very good condition considering 300 years of use. Minor restorations to tips and one candle stem
Creation Date:	c. 1710-1720
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Baroque, Traditional, George I
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.01.10.23
Incollect Reference #:	619706

Dimensions

W.	20 in;	D.	5 in;	H.2.	36.5 in;
W.	50.8 cm;	D.	12.7 cm;	H.2.	92.71 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH DESIGN ARTS expresses the broad decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri. Mary, having lived the majority of her life overseas--Mexico, Spain and Asia plus The East Coast and The South--brings these cultural influences to her carefully selected offerings. MJH DESIGN ARTS aims to offer objects incorporating great design, history, construction and life. Our aesthetic is constantly evolving and stretches from late 17th century furniture to 21st century lighting.

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