Large Spanish Colonial Revival Peruvian Sterling Silver Plateau or Wall Mirror

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Large Spanish Colonial Revival Peruvian Sterling Silver Plateau or Wall Mirror

This impressive Spanish- and Peruvian-Revival sterling-plateau silver is a … Read more Large Spanish Colonial Revival Peruvian Sterling Silver Plateau or Wall Mirror

This impressive Spanish- and Peruvian-Revival sterling-plateau silver is a beautifully executed example of mid-century silver craftsmanship inspired by the lavish Baroque silver of the Viceroyalty of Peru. Hallmarked "IND. PERUANA PLATA 925" with a workshop star device, the piece combines sculptural ornament, generous scale, and versatile functionality. Measuring 22.5 inches wide, 16.5 inches deep, and 2 inches high, it serves equally well as a luxurious tabletop plateau or, using its original hanging hardware, as an elegant wall mirror.

The substantial sterling silver frame is richly cast and finely hand-finished with a continuous border of shells, scrolling acanthus leaves, rocaille, and C-scrolls, all inspired by the exuberant decorative vocabulary of Spanish Colonial architecture and silverwork. Deep relief casting and carefully engraved details create remarkable depth, while the polished sterling surfaces beautifully catch and reflect ambient light.

At its center is a large beveled oval cartouche mirror measuring 19.5 by 13.5 inches, providing a luminous reflective surface framed by the sculptural silver surround. Raised on four traditional bun feet, the plateau was designed to elevate treasured objects, including crystal, porcelain, sterling hollowware, candelabra, floral arrangements, and decorative sculptures, adding dimension and brilliance to any display. When suspended on a wall, it becomes an architectural decorative mirror with the presence of a finely crafted piece of silver sculpture.

Hallmarked "IND. PERUANA PLATA 925," denoting Peruvian manufacture in sterling silver (.925 fineness), this handsome piece celebrates Peru's enduring tradition of fine silversmithing while paying homage to the grandeur of Spanish Colonial design. Combining substantial scale, exceptional craftsmanship, and dual-purpose functionality, it is equally at home in Spanish Colonial, Mediterranean, traditional, or contemporary interiors, serving as both a functional plateau and a sophisticated decorative statement. See less