Spanish Colonial Giltwood Heraldic Mirror Frame With Portrait, Late 18th/Early 19th Century

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A striking Spanish Colonial giltwood heraldic-form mirror frame dating to the late 18th or early 19th century. The dramatic winged … Read more A striking Spanish Colonial giltwood heraldic-form mirror frame dating to the late 18th or early 19th century. The dramatic winged composition is richly carved and gilt, inset with cobalt-blue glass and antique mirrored panels, and centered by a small oil-on-canvas portrait traditionally identified as “Antoino de Mendoza.”

The elaborate heraldic silhouette, scrolling ornament, mirrored elements, and brilliant blue glass give the piece an exceptional architectural presence. Particularly compelling is the survival of the varied antique mirrored and colored-glass elements, whose aged surfaces contribute considerably to the character of the piece.

The central oil portrait measures approximately 6.5 × 6.5 inches.

Spanish Colonial, late 18th/early 19th century.

Materials: Giltwood, mirror, cobalt-blue glass, oil on canvas

Overall dimensions: 24 H × 30 W × 2.75 D in.

Portrait: approximately 6.5 × 6.5 in. See less