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KC1977-226
Looking glass
KC1977-226

Looking glass

Date1755-1775
OriginEngland
MediumDeal, gesso, gilding, and glass
DimensionsOH: 58 1/2"; OW: 26"; OD: 3 1/4"
Credit LineGift of Mrs. William Stout.
Object number1975-385,2
DescriptionRectangular looking glass with carved and gilded frame; interior edge of frame composed of alternating C scrolls; top of frame has C scrolls and foliage supporting an outstretched phoenix; sides of frame have large C scrolls containing a vine with a central flower (rose?) and foliage; base of frame composed of C scrolls and foliage similar to top with three lobed pierced leaf carvings at base.