A Regency style giltwood and gesso convex wall mirror, the circular glass with ebonised slip, the frame with eagle and scroll surmount and shell terminal -- 40in. high. | Christie's

Sale 4264

Decorative Objects

London, South Kensington

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1 May 1991

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Lot 233

A Regency style giltwood and gesso convex wall mirror, the circular glass with ebonised slip, the frame with eagle and scroll surmount and shell terminal -- 40in. high.

Price realised

GBP 550

Estimate

GBP 350 - GBP 450

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A Regency style giltwood and gesso convex wall mirror, the circular glass with ebonised slip, the frame with eagle and scroll surmount and shell terminal -- 40in. high.
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