Pair of baroque fan mirrors in carved and gilded wood, Turin, first half of the 18th century

Pair of baroque fan mirrors in carved and gilded wood, Turin, (Louis XIV) first half of the 18th century Measurements: cm W 54 x H 93 x D 29 (shown on the left); cm W 54 x H 88 x D 29 (shown on the right) price: by private negotiation item accompanied by our certificate of authenticity This pair of refined baroque "fan" wall mirrors, in finely carved and gilded wood, were made in Turin in the first half of the 18th century. Conceived as large sconces for living rooms or antechambers in Piedmontese aristocratic residences of the early 18th century, they are indeed equipped with candle holders. The light from the candle, thanks to the reflection of the mirror, is diffused to illuminate the room. They feature a shaped and sinuous gilded wooden frame, with a curvilinear profile that narrows in the center and widens at the ends, in the Baroque style. The wood is richly carved with curls, volutes, and acanthus leaves, with a large shell motif at the top and leafy pendeloques at the bottom. The gilding shows normal wear and tear, revealing the underlying preparation in some areas and offering a vibrant and highly decorative surface. A shaped mirror is set in the center. Each mirror has a frontal candle-holding arm, with a gilded wooden support and refined Venetian glass element worked into a twisted cane, accompanied by bobeches and electrified candle lights (wiring to be checked or updated). The pair of mirrors is particularly suitable for placement on either side of a console table or a painting, in lounges or bedrooms, in entrances or along corridors. With a strong scenic character, these mirrors enhance both historical interiors and contemporary settings. We note that one antique glass has a fracture and the other was replaced in the 19th century. At the same time, the top of the frame on the left mirror was also restored.