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Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Mirror, Original Mercury Plates Italy Circa 1800

Description
An Italian Neoclassical giltwood mirror with original mercury plates; rectangular mirror plate with a carved inner slip and a mirrored border divided by beaded rosettes; a husk carved frame surmounted by swag with ribbon and medallion cresting featuring a carved relief profile of Augustus Caesar, the first Roman Emperor, with aquiline / Roman nose and laurel wreath on his head; a pair of finials and drum elements. The apron featuring scrolls & ribbon, and dragonfly carvings and foliate elements

height: 50 in. 127 cm., width: 18.5 in. 47 cm.

Origin:	Italy
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	giltwood; mirror; original mercury glass
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use; pitting, discoloration and minor cracks to original mercury plate.
Creation Date:	Circa 1800
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Neoclassical
Dealer Reference #:	21D0181250
Incollect Reference #:	518595