Wall mirror - Wood - Antique vanity mirror






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Naples style antique wall mirror from the mid/late 18th century, carved and gilded wood with a mercury glass mirror, dating to circa 1740–1800, measuring 58 x 113 cm with a 5 cm depth and an internal opening of 100 x 48 cm.
Description from the seller
Elegant Neapolitan mirror from the second half of the 18th century, entirely carved, inlaid, and gilded with gold leaf.
The mirror presents itself as a triumph of carved wood, with a movement that develops from bottom to top where one can appreciate all its refinement.
The cimasa is a succession of volutes, rocaille, comb-shells, and botanical clusters.
Two feet bearing a rocaille motif contribute to the elegance and refinement of this splendid object.
The mirror is in glass with mercury salts and is coeval with the wooden frame.
Provenance: Naples (1740/50)
General Conditions: Excellent condition
Measurements: 58x113 cm.
Document: Certificate of Authenticity.
Assistance: We are at your disposal for further clarifications or photographic details
Shipping: Throughout Italy, Europe, and the Rest of the World at very affordable prices, in maximum safety and traceable. The shipment will be privately arranged and will not be expensive.
We wish you a good day.
Borrelli Antichità.
Seller's Story
Elegant Neapolitan mirror from the second half of the 18th century, entirely carved, inlaid, and gilded with gold leaf.
The mirror presents itself as a triumph of carved wood, with a movement that develops from bottom to top where one can appreciate all its refinement.
The cimasa is a succession of volutes, rocaille, comb-shells, and botanical clusters.
Two feet bearing a rocaille motif contribute to the elegance and refinement of this splendid object.
The mirror is in glass with mercury salts and is coeval with the wooden frame.
Provenance: Naples (1740/50)
General Conditions: Excellent condition
Measurements: 58x113 cm.
Document: Certificate of Authenticity.
Assistance: We are at your disposal for further clarifications or photographic details
Shipping: Throughout Italy, Europe, and the Rest of the World at very affordable prices, in maximum safety and traceable. The shipment will be privately arranged and will not be expensive.
We wish you a good day.
Borrelli Antichità.
