Wall mirror - Gilt wood - Antique Putto mirror
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Antique oval carved wooden mirror with gold leaf detailing, dating to circa 1850–1900, Italian origin near Florence, Italy, with dimensions 106 cm high by 72 cm wide and 22 cm deep, featuring a mirror glass.
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Description from the seller
Impressive oval wall mirror in carved wood and gold leaf gilding from the 19th century, circa 1890, of evident European manufacture and more precisely Italian, in the vicinity of Florence:
The remarkable wooden sculpture topped by a splendid joyful cherub at the center in wood appears visually in excellent condition albeit with a patina of age.
The finely crafted frame, carved and embellished with rich gold leaf gilding, presents a sumptuous decorative arrangement with a vegetal/floricultural motif, including volutes and tendrils.
The upper frieze is dominated by the putto engaged in festive play with a floral garland in his hands.
Floral and foliate elements adorn the decorative embellishments descending from the frieze.
The lower part, instead, harmoniously repeats the decorative motif, creating balance between the upper and lower parts of the frame.
The frame is of notable value and great visual impact also due to its dimensions.
The mirror appears suited to the frame with a finish tending toward a somewhat younger period.
Height 106 cm (1 m 06 cm)
Width: 72 cm
The attached photographs are an integral part of the description -
Compliments to the winner of this rare auction.
Impressive oval wall mirror in carved wood and gold leaf gilding from the 19th century, circa 1890, of evident European manufacture and more precisely Italian, in the vicinity of Florence:
The remarkable wooden sculpture topped by a splendid joyful cherub at the center in wood appears visually in excellent condition albeit with a patina of age.
The finely crafted frame, carved and embellished with rich gold leaf gilding, presents a sumptuous decorative arrangement with a vegetal/floricultural motif, including volutes and tendrils.
The upper frieze is dominated by the putto engaged in festive play with a floral garland in his hands.
Floral and foliate elements adorn the decorative embellishments descending from the frieze.
The lower part, instead, harmoniously repeats the decorative motif, creating balance between the upper and lower parts of the frame.
The frame is of notable value and great visual impact also due to its dimensions.
The mirror appears suited to the frame with a finish tending toward a somewhat younger period.
Height 106 cm (1 m 06 cm)
Width: 72 cm
The attached photographs are an integral part of the description -
Compliments to the winner of this rare auction.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Wood type
Gilt wood
Specific region of origin
Firenze Toscana
Title additional information
Antique Putto mirror
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Mirror glass, Wood
Style
Antique
Colour
Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
106 cm
External width
72 cm
Internal height
70 cm
Internal width
52 cm
Depth
22 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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