Late 18th Century Italian Venetian Hand Carved Wood Mirror W/ Putti & Drapery

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An exquisite and highly decorative Italian late 18th century venetian mirror, embodying the theatrical elegance and refined craftsmanship of the … Read more An exquisite and highly decorative Italian late 18th century venetian mirror, embodying the theatrical elegance and refined craftsmanship of the Baroque to early Neoclassical transition.
Richly carved in wood and retaining traces of original polychrome and parcel-gilt decoration, the mirror is crowned by a dynamic crest featuring putti figures supporting a floral-patterned draped curtain, evoking the grandeur of stage design and ecclesiastical ornament.
The central arched mirror plate, flanked by marginal mirror panels, is enclosed within an intricately carved floral surround, enhancing both depth and visual complexity. The expressive putti and fluid drapery demonstrate a masterful handling of movement and form, characteristic of fine Italian workshop production of the period.
The mirror glass shows beautiful age-related foxing and spotting, consistent with 18th-century examples, adding authenticity and a soft, atmospheric quality to reflections.
Dimensions
* Height: 53 in
* Width: 39 in
* Depth: 8 in See less