Looking Glass
Dateca. 1725
OriginEngland
MediumBurl walnut veneered over deal; glass, gilding, quicksilver.
DimensionsOH: 46 1/2"; OW: 28 1/2"; OD: 3"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1930-101
DescriptionLooking glass: cresting rail with juxtaposed scrolls and cut-outs; applied carved and gilt decoration in center consists of five free-standing, naturalistic plumes over shell (Prince of Wales feathers) and stylized leaves at base. Glass has beveled edges, indented upper corners; carved and gilt surrounds; larger burl veneered frame around this. Base of looking glass with cut-outs and scrolls similar in design to those of top.
ca. 1725
ca. 1735
1730-1750
1720-1740
