Description

Early C19th Regency period gilt-wood framed overmantel 3-plate �landscape� mirror.
Exceptionally original gilt-wood framed overmantel or chimney-piece mirror with aged and �foxed� atmospherically �shot� distressed silver-grey mercury plates . The plates divided by ebonised moulded and reeded slip frames .
The gilt-wood frame surround decorated with carved and applied gesso details . The cornice of stepped break-front architectural form . The top frieze and uprights of the ends with moulded half-round fluted columns with decorative foliage decoration. The block terminals with carved square classical-style floral decoration .
Raised on original gilded ball feet .
The original gilding gently rubbed and worn in places showing minor areas of red gesso ground �bleeding� through.
The reverse with original panelled backboards and fitted a hanging chain fixing .
In rare totally original �as found� , fresh-to-market , countryhouse condition.
H 30�
W 49�
D 4�
England c.1820
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 .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
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 .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
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.
Internal Ref: ML 2101