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A rare, late-17th century, embroidered and stumpwork mirror in a walnut surround |
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| Reference | 10017 |
| PRICE | Sold |
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| Category |
Mirrors |
| Height | 95 cm (37.4") |
| Width | 70 cm (27.6") |
| Period | 17th Century |
| Year | 1675 |
| Country | England |
| Condition | I cannot emphasis enough how rare it is to find a mirror of this type, retaining its original needlework, plate and walnut veneers. This mirror would have been held in great esteem, and been made for one of the great collections of the time. It is of a type which is generally only seen today in historic houses and museums where the needlework, particularly when it is in superb condition is nearly always heavily restored or replaced. This mirror is in unrestored condition and, although delicate, the condition is stable. The more delicate, embroidered areas are faded and the silk background has hardened and is worn, while the more robust, stumpwork panels are intact and have retained their colour. The quality of the needlework throughout is as good as it gets and, although worn, the portraits in the cartouches and the figures in the two panels retain their form giving a glimpse of their original grandeur and character. The stumpwork panels in each corner are exceptional. Although the condition of the needlework is somewhat distressed in the most delicate areas, the quality shines through. I like the untouched and imperfect condition of the mirror as it is so honest and reflects its passage through time. It has come from an early house where it was a key piece in the room, whilst blending into the interior without dominating. |
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