GILDED GEORGE II LOOKING GLASS c. 1730 Chippendale Width 30 1/2"

Width 30 1/2"

what seems to be merely a decorative arrangement can have a very specific meaning and intentions

having paired candle arms on either side with the original glass plate

molded and carved

meaning that the frame retains much of its original gesso and clay colors

GILDED GEORGE II LOOKING GLASS c. 1730 Chippendale Width 30 1/2"A finely carved George II looking glass, dry stripped to its original gilding having a broken swan neck pediment centered by the original cartouche carved with scrolls and acanthus leaves, the molded pediment carved with acanthus leaves, the inside of the pediment having gesso carved leaves and flowers resting on a frame having outset corners, molded with egg and dart, the flat surface sanded and gilded surrounding a frame carved with a gadroon