Large Tuscan (Florence) mirror - early 18th century
(can be hung on the wall in both directions)
Louis XIV style
Carved and gilded wood
Maximum dimensions: 135 x 119 cm (mirror 94 x 79 cm)
Good condition, minor flaws and losses, mirror with a slight scratch
This is a prestigious parade mirror, of important dimensions, richly carved and gilded with foliate volutes, a remarkable example of the decorative repertoire typical of the Louis XIV style, with elements of particular sumptuousness due to the carving resolution, fitting into the Baroque period of Tuscan cabinetmaking, from the late 17th or early 18th century.
This work of art, very beautiful in its architectural design, can confer further importance and elegance to a prestigious environment, and is aimed at those who wish to own a precious and unique object of its kind.
The density of the decoration is a characteristic element of the evolution of the Baroque style, as an emblem of pomp and power.
From a structural point of view, the carving consists of spiral volutes, carved acanthus leaves, emphasized by the exceptional thickness of the frame and the concentration of the carving.
Frames of similar workmanship, richly carved with foliate volute motifs, were widely used in the 17th century: see, for comparison, those of the Palatine Gallery in Florence, of which we indicate the links below:
- https://catalogo.beniculturali.it/detail/HistoricOrArtisticProperty/0900295654
- https://catalogo.beniculturali.it/detail/HistoricOrArtisticProperty/0900295714
- https://catalogo.beniculturali.it/detail/HistoricOrArtisticProperty/0900295714
- https://catalogo.beniculturali.it/detail/HistoricOrArtisticProperty/0900295629
- https://catalogo.beniculturali.it/detail/HistoricOrArtisticProperty/0900295866
- https://catalogo.beniculturali.it/detail/HistoricOrArtisticProperty/0900641833
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
We take care of and organize the transport of purchased works, both for Italy and abroad, through professional and insured carriers.
It is also possible to see the mirror in the gallery in Riva del Garda, we will be happy to welcome you to show you our collection of works.
In case of purchase of the work by non-Italian customers, it will be necessary to obtain an export permit which takes about 10/20 days, our gallery will take care of the entire phase until it is obtained. All costs of this procedure are included.
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