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Large Giltwood Tray Mirror with Engraved and Eglomisé Decoration, Italy, 1890s
$2,472.98
£1,848.18
€2,070
CA$3,411.59
A$3,736.75
CHF 1,967.40
MX$44,596.91
NOK 25,072.77
SEK 22,920.29
DKK 15,777.84
About the Item
A highly decorative and atmospheric large tray mirror dating to the late 19th century, crafted in Italy and conceived as a true statement piece. The mirror is set within an architectural wooden frame, richly carved, engraved, and finished with hand-applied gilt decoration, originally enhanced with painted and subtly enameled details. The surface today displays a deep, stratified patina that speaks eloquently of time, use, and authenticity.
The frame’s profile recalls the tradition of Italian “specchiere a vassoio,” popular between the second half of the 19th century and the early 1900s, often intended for grand interiors and reception rooms. The engraved ornamentation features scrolling motifs and stylized floral elements, executed with a combination of incised lines and dotted punch work, a technique typical of high-quality decorative production of the period. Traces of the original warm bole and gilding emerge beneath areas of wear, creating a nuanced chromatic depth that cannot be replicated.
The mirror plate shows gentle age-related foxing and soft darkening, consistent with its age, enhancing its visual warmth rather than detracting from it. The reverse retains its original wooden backing and hanging hardware, further attesting to the integrity of the piece.
Signs of wear, abrasions, minor losses to the gilding, and visible cracks in the wood are present and have been intentionally preserved, as they contribute to the mirror’s sculptural character and historical presence. Nothing has been over-restored or cosmetically corrected: the object remains honest, expressive, and deeply evocative.
- Dimensions:Height: 33.47 in (85 cm)Width: 27.56 in (70 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
- Style:Baroque (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1890s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages.
- Seller Location:Brescia, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8256248017522
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