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19th C Optical Antique Ruby Red Sorcerers Mirror Curio Unusual Distortion Convex

$1,777.97

£1,295

€1,539.57

CA$2,491.66

A$2,522.86

CHF 1,435.25

MX$30,660.71

NOK 16,965.38

SEK 16,876.25

DKK 11,508.69

About the Item

A decorative double sided sorcerers mirror, with seven reverse ground optics on a ruby red glass ground, with the other side being a flat plate. The mirror plates have age related oxidizing and pitting. The ribbon has been added for decoration and has a small hoop for hanging. The circular turned frame is mahogany or a similar hardwood with decorative banding. A small spilt to the frame, but nothing is loose and the frame is solid Sorcerer mirrors were an early 16th century design, used to throw light around via the convex optics this giving them supposable magical powers hence the name. circa 1820 in age Measures: 10.5cm in diameter ribbon length approx 30cm.

Dimensions:
Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Diameter: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)
Style:
George III (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Art Glass,Mirror
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
1820-1829
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1820
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
Seller Location:
Lowestoft, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU4612140794062

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