Looking Glass

Date1710-1730

MediumWalnut veneer on pine. Glass, gilding

DimensionsO.H: 25" O.W: 13 1/4"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1947-606

DescriptionLooking glass has deeply scrolled and shaped cresting; rectangular frame with curved upper corners, molded outer edge of walnut veneer and carved and gilded inner edge; pine backboard (replaced - modern with evidence of circular saw marks).Inscription(s)On back of crest "4 1/2" is written in pencil (modern). What appears to be "Jn92:C" is written in ink (probably 18th century inscription).