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Sunburst Wall Mirror in Glazed Ceramic - Circa 1960 - In the Style of Mithé Espelt
€1,500
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Albi, FranceOn Whoppah since April 2025 • 12 sales
Product description
Circular wall mirror in glazed ceramic, circa 1960, attributed to Mithé Espelt.
It is specified that this attribution is based on a set of concordant stylistic, technical, and material criteria. The object is therefore presented as an attribution, and not as a definitive work, in a rigorous and cautious approach.
The attribution is proposed based on the following elements:
— Object typology: Mithé Espelt is well documented for her circular wall mirrors in glazed ceramic produced during the Mid-Century period, generally in sizes between 20 and 30 cm in diameter. The 24.5 cm diameter of this mirror falls entirely within these known dimensions.
— Decoration and stylistic vocabulary:
The decoration presents a structured geometric composition, combining friezes of concentric circles in relief and stylized triangles arranged radially in a solar style. This formal vocabulary is characteristic of Mithé Espelt's work, favoring simple, balanced, and resolutely modern motifs.
— Palette and glazes:
The main mustard yellow glaze, accompanied by black and ochre accents and natural crackle patterns, corresponds to the palettes frequently used by the Espelt workshop, particularly for the so-called "Sun" models.
— Technique and finish of the reverse:
The reverse is covered with antique green felt and a cord hanging system, a recurring detail widely recognized as a signature material of Mithé Espelt's work.
Dimensions:
— Total diameter: 24.5 cm
— Mirror diameter: 10 cm
— Thickness: approximately 1 cm
Condition: Good overall condition. Minor signs of age consistent with the object's age, including some crackle patterns (possibly from previous restorations), without affecting its structural integrity. A small chip in the glaze on the outer edge and a slight, discreet scratch on the mirror. Felt showing signs of use.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsGold, YellowMaterialCeramicNumber of items1Height23 cmWidth23 cmDepth1 cmSigns of usageCrack, Chipped
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Albi, FranceOn Whoppah since April 2025 • 12 sales