18th-century Early American Federal Mirror
Within John Derian's curated collection of antique art and mirrors is this gilded mirror. Known for their carved giltwood frames, federal mirrors were often decorated with eagles, spheres, or laurel. Both functional and symbolic, they reflected the new nation’s neoclassical taste and its fascination with refinement and symmetry.
Details
Please note that vintage items will embrace unique variations such as rust, paint s, scratches, dings, and general wear.
Call or email the shop for ordering details. 212.677.8408 | [email protected]
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Description
Within John Derian's curated collection of antique art and mirrors is this gilded mirror. Known for their carved giltwood frames, federal mirrors were often decorated with eagles, spheres, or laurel. Both functional and symbolic, they reflected the new nation’s neoclassical taste and its fascination with refinement and symmetry.
Details
Please note that vintage items will embrace unique variations such as rust, paint s, scratches, dings, and general wear.
Call or email the shop for ordering details. 212.677.8408 | [email protected]
