Rare Diminutive Size Girandole Mirror

English or American, ca. 1800-1820.

Carved gilt wood and gesso, looking glass, brass sockets, glass prism.

The convex mirror is surmounted by a carved eagle with outstretched wings perched on a plinth above a circular molded frame with balls fitted with a convex mirror plate. The mirror is flanked by candlearms with brass sockets and hanging prisms.

Condition: Excellent overall condition, minor areas of gilt restoration, original mirror plate and backboards.