Lot 45
An Empire Giltwood Mirror
Sale 1145 - European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Apr 13, 2023 10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$600 - $800

Sold for $1,890

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
An Empire Giltwood Mirror
First Half 19th Century
Height 52 1/2 x width 42 1/2 inches.
Property from Linden House, Indianapolis, Indiana
Condition Report
In overall good and stable condition. Having slight variation in finishing (bright versus dull) and with rubbing to gilt exposing red bole and white gesso layer throughout. Few age cracks visible. Some minor flaking loss to gesso including at corrners/along edges. The mirror plate is modern and with a beveled edge. Additional images available upon request.

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