Early 20th C. American Federal Revival Mahogany Eagle Mirror

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Early 20th century American mahogany mirror in the Federal Revival taste, featuring a scrolled broken pediment centered by a finely … Read more Early 20th century American mahogany mirror in the Federal Revival taste, featuring a scrolled broken pediment centered by a finely cast gilt eagle with outstretched wings, flanked by subtle sunflower rosettes. The proportions are deliberately restrained, reflecting the Colonial Revival era’s admiration for early American forms without the heaviness of true 18th-century examples. The warm mahogany surface shows a soft, aged patina, and the original gilded elements retain a muted, time-worn finish rather than high polish.
Well suited for an entry hall, powder room, library, or above a chest where a touch of American architectural character is desired without overpowering the space. Circa 1900–1920.

JUNE'S THOUGHTS
I’m drawn to this mirror for its quiet confidence. The eagle is present but not theatrical, and the mahogany has that soft, settled tone that only comes from age. It’s the kind of piece that adds history to a room without announcing itself — especially beautiful in smaller spaces where scale matters.

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