ROCOCO REVIVAL GILT-GESSO OVER WOOD OVERMANTLE,19th century, possibly New Orleans, LA,. Open crest applique with anthemion centering openwork scrolling pediment; rounded corners molded edge rectangular frame enclosing conforming plate - 67 1/2 in. x 47 in. x 3 1/2 in. Estimate $1,000-1,500
From the estate of noted New Oorleans muralist Elizabeth Brown. Her murals of Louisiana swamp scenes adone numerous public and private spaces, both in Washington DC and New Orleans.
Condition good, with small floral loss to left crest corner area, and some worn areas of gilt scattered throughout mostly noticed on crest anthemion in center of top
