George II Gilt and Ebonized Looking Glass Mirror After William Kent, Circa 1740

Description

Exceptional circa 1740 George II period giltwood looking glass or mirror of oval form having dynamic carved 'egg-and-dart' frame with … more Exceptional circa 1740 George II period giltwood looking glass or mirror of oval form having dynamic carved 'egg-and-dart' frame with gilt and ebonized shell and acanthus ornament at top and overflowing bi-color acanthus foliate motif at bottom. An unobtrusive old paper label on the bottom side of frame gives provenance of the original 18th century owner and his estate in Berkshire, England. Remarkable piece of fine quality and elegant design after a design by William Kent. less