Mirrors/Pictures >> Large 19th C Gilt Mirror/Pier Glass

A Substantial Early 19th Century Giltwood Pier Glass/Mirror, the cornice with an moulding decorated with bands of clustered laurel leaves, a band of leaves and berries, and a well detailed rope twist.

The frieze set with a star burst, flanked by  two scroll leaf lyre motifs.  The original plate held within beaded slips, and the column and base with bands of laurel, flower and berry, and rope twisting, continuing the pediment decoration.

Each corner with a fielded block decorated with a lion mask.

Date c 1830

Height 52"   Width 28"  Depth 2 1/2"

"What makes this mirror stand out is that it has a very nice gilt colour, the gilt is  in very good condition, and it has lots of lovely detailing. "