FOUR SMALL GILT MIRRORS - PIEDMONT - 18TH CENTURY

Four small mirrors from the 18th Century Period: 18th century (mid-1700s), Louis XV / Rococo period. Material: Finely carved and hand-chiseled wood. Finish: Original "Mecca" gilding. Mecca is a precious technique that involves applying silver leaf, then covering it with a transparent resinous varnish (the "mecca") to simulate the warm tone of gold. Area of Origin: The design and type of carving suggest Northern Italy, with a high probability of Piedmontese origin. The style of the volutes and the leafy crest is typical of workshops active in Turin in the mid-18th century. Stylistic and Technical Analysis Carving: The frames feature an elaborate decorative repertoire typical of Italian Rococo. The crest (the top part) is adorned with a rich fan-shaped acanthus leaf, while the sides are decorated with garlands of leaves that descend along the structure, ending in curled volutes at the base. Mirrors: The mirrors are original to the period, with the characteristic patina and slight oxidation that attest to their age (mercury mirrors). Condition: The small mirrors show a beautiful "first patina." Minor losses and signs of age consistent with their age are noticeable. The wooden backing confirms the 18th-century construction. It is rare to find coordinated sets of four elements of this quality. These mirrors were originally designed to be placed in pairs or in series between windows (pier glass) or to adorn small drawing-rooms and galleries, creating plays of reflected light. Dimensions: height 54 cm, width 34 cm. A regular certificate of authenticity with photos will be issued. We assure a response to your emails within 24 hours. REGISTERED WITH THE LIST OF EXPERTS AND CTU AT THE COURT OF LA SPEZIA