England

circa 1765

This exceptionally well-carved mirror is a classic example of the crossed bough style of mirror. These mirrors were in vogue from the early 1760s through to the 1770s with a number of notable makers producing designs, including Linnell, Ince and Mayhew, and Thomas Johnson. Ref: Ince & Mayhew ‘Universal System of Household Furniture’ Plate LXXVII ‘William & John Linnell’ by Hayward & Kirkham, Plate 221 Thomas Johnson ‘A New Book of Ornament’, Plate 7

Height 142.00cm (55.91 inches)

Width 79.00cm (31.1 inches)

Depth 10.00cm (3.94 inches)

Stock No: FCS469