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Private seller
Heerlen, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since March 2021 • 4 sales
Product description
From the private collection of an architect and artist, ranging from 300 to 30 m².
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: French workshop, marked N. Guillot Jeune – Tapissier, Rue de la Tonelle No. 11, Saumur
Material: Wood, gesso, gilding (gold leaf), mirror glass
Dimensions: 125 × 170 cm
Design year: ca. 1880–1900
Description
Richly decorated French mirror with sculptural rocaille ornamentation and floral motifs. The frame features a profiled edge with pearl ornamentation and a pronounced crest with acanthus leaves and rocaille. Decorative scroll ornaments are located on the sides, visually extending the frame.
The back bears a workshop stamp of N. Guillot Jeune, tapissier in Saumur, indicating a French interior or furniture workshop where such mirrors were often part of complete interior ensembles.
Due to the pronounced ornamentation and warm gilding, the mirror has a strong decorative character, suitable for classic and eclectic interiors.
Condition
Used and restored. Cracks visible in the wooden frame and wear to the gilding. A few small ornaments are currently missing; loose original ornament fragments are supplied separately. Mirror glass shows signs of age.
Valuation by INBOEDELTAXATIES.NL €6,000
Specifications
CategoryMirrorsConditionGoodColorsGoldMaterialWood, GlassNumber of items1StyleRococoHeight170 cmWidth125 cmDepth10 cmSigns of usageChipped, Crack, DiscoloringSeller locationHeerlen, NetherlandsDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup