Looking Glass

Date1710-1725

MediumWalnut, pine, and glass

DimensionsOH: 48"; OW: 18"; OD: 1 3/8"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1967-499

DescriptionLooking glass frame composed of continuous band of molding around glass with double arch at top surmounted by arched and scrolled cresting covered with burl veneer; glass in two sections with beveled edge following profile of frame; upper section engraved with arches, stars, and flower motif.Inscription(s)"3" in ink on middle of backboardProvenanceEx. Coll. Katherine Prentis Murphy