EMPIRE GILTWOOD OVERMANTLE MIRROR,circa 1835. Reverse breakfronted crest; reeded plaque-mounted frieze with well-carved shell; divided plate; spiral-twist columnar supports - 28 in. x 50 in. Estimate $400-600
PROVENANCE: Estate of Hannah Greeley Kaiser, Washington, DC
Poor condition- hairline age cracks and scattered losses to gilt finish throughout. Loss of left reeded corner frieze and right corner crown molding. Separation at top of reeded plaque-mounted frieze. Loss to carved embellishment. Scattered losses to columnar supports. Apparent replaced center looking glass with oxidation to side plates.
