Description

Early C20th Adam-style carved gilt-wood and gesso framed mirror of neo-classical design .
Impressive C18th style Robert Adam design wall mirror of good large scale with an elaborate neo-classical style frame. The top featuring central fluted-body vase with foliate and flower-head scrolling detail. The sides with trailing carved leaf and flower-head details and the base with conforming detailed frieze . The oblong mirror plate framed with a double border of carved detail .
The Scottish-born architect and designer Robert Adam (1728-1792) , was a leading exponent of neo-classical design during the late C18th , and his schemes and designs can be seen gracing many of England's greatest county-houses, including Syon Park , Kedleston , Croome Court and Harewood House.
In excellent condition with no losses or damage . The gilt with an aged patina .
The mirror plate with clear , silvered surface .
H 55"
W 24"
D 2"
England c.1920
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
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Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
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Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
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