A magnificent hand mirror from the late classical period, probably Paris, 19th century
Description: Reversible hand mirror. Gilt bronze, partially chased, ivory and a fine enamel medallion. The ivory handle adorned with dainty cupids in gilt bronze, with a knob and suspension loop at the end. The slender shaft bearing a faceted mirror or medallion at the top. These bordered with gilt, finely chased embellishments in bronze, such as crowning putti, carrying a vase with a bouquet through garlands of flowers. An enamel medallion on the back, mounted on a delicate ivory plaque with a brass border, showing a lady in antique-style dress. Moreover, the elegant, intricately crafted enamelling on an emerald green, guilloche background. Height 24 cm. Diameter 9.5 cm. Attention - shipping to non-EU countries subject to CITES.
Condition: I - II Condition Report: In fantastic, almost perfect condition. The enamelling with minor knocks. Small traces of oxidation on the mirror.
Condition: I - II
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Description: Reversible hand mirror. Gilt bronze, partially chased, ivory and a fine enamel medallion. The ivory handle adorned with dainty cupids in gilt bronze, with a knob and suspension loop at the end. The slender shaft bearing a faceted mirror or medallion at the top. These bordered with gilt, finely chased embellishments in bronze, such as crowning putti, carrying a vase with a bouquet through garlands of flowers. An enamel medallion on the back, mounted on a delicate ivory plaque with a brass border, showing a lady in antique-style dress. Moreover, the elegant, intricately crafted enamelling on an emerald green, guilloche background. Height 24 cm. Diameter 9.5 cm. Attention - shipping to non-EU countries subject to CITES.
Condition: I - II Condition Report: In fantastic, almost perfect condition. The enamelling with minor knocks. Small traces of oxidation on the mirror.
Condition: I - II
