Looking Glass

American

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While the oval shape of this looking glass hints at the Neoclassical style, introduced into the United States by 1790, the frame, featuring a phoenix-like finial, pierced openwork, and carved-and-gilded S-scrolls, indicates the retention of the Rococo aesthetic that was popular prior to the American Revolution.

Looking Glass, Mahogany veneer, gilt gesso, pine, American

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Looking Glass, Mahogany veneer, gilt gesso, pine, American
Looking Glass, Mahogany veneer, gilt gesso, pine, American

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