Vintage Italian Baroque Style Carved Giltwood Wall Mirror

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Bring architectural elegance and Baroque character to an entryway, powder room, or living room with this richly decorated Italian wall … Read more Bring architectural elegance and Baroque character to an entryway, powder room, or living room with this richly decorated Italian wall mirror. Crafted in Italy circa 1980, the rectangular mirror is designed in the form of an elaborate architectural tabernacle, inspired by the ornate decorative traditions of the Italian Baroque period.
The carved wood frame features a prominent projecting cornice above a richly ornamented frieze decorated with scrolling foliage, floral rosettes, and shell motifs. Flanking the rectangular mirror plate are two beautifully carved Solomonic twisted columns, each topped with an acanthus leaf capital and embellished with intricate floral carvings along the lower sections. The columns rest on a substantial molded plinth base, further enhanced with an elaborate continuous floral and foliate frieze.
The frame is finished in a warm combination of antique gold and muted brown tones, creating a beautifully aged patina that accentuates the depth and detail of the carving. The beveled mirror plate adds a refined finishing touch to this decorative architectural composition.
The vintage Italian Baroque style wall mirror is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use. Its compact proportions make it particularly suitable for a powder room, above a small console, or as an accent in a gallery wall arrangement.
Dimensions: 18.25"W x 23"H. See less