Property of a Lady
A late George II carved giltwood pier mirror, circa 1760
Lot Closed
May 17, 11:41 AM GMT
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
Property of a Lady
A late George II carved giltwood pier mirror, circa 1760
the frame boldly carved with gothic and rococo motifs, the central rectangular plate surmounted by acanthus and pierced scrolling tendrils, with later ho-ho birds to each shoulder and flanked by pilasters, the marginal plates within borders of floral swags, acanthus scrolls and gothic architectural detailing, re-gilt
209cm. high, 120cm. wide; 6ft. 10¼in., 3ft. 11¼in.
This remarkable giltwood mirror, with its elaborately carved frame, is conceived in the late George II ‘Rococo’ style as popularised by the publication of Mathias Lock’s A New Book of Ornaments (1752), Thomas Chippendale’s The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director (1754) and Thomas Johnson’s Collection of Designs (1758). Beautifully drawn, aspects of the design can be seen in the output of each of these towering figures, all of whom embraced a confluence of French, Gothic and Chinese influences.
The mirror was acquired in the 20th century for Sibberesfield Hall, Churton by Mr. Geoffrey Campbell Bushby (d. 1973). A cotton magnate, Bushby was typical of the collectors of his day, amassing an outstanding group of Georgian furniture.
The mirror was acquired in the 20th century for Sibberesfield Hall, Churton by Mr. Geoffrey Campbell Bushby (d. 1973). A cotton magnate, Bushby was typical of the collectors of his day, amassing an outstanding group of Georgian furniture.