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18th Century George I Gilt-Gesso Pier Glass mirror, Manner of John Belchier

£8,900

18th Century George I Gilt-Gesso Pier Glass mirror, Manner of John Belchier

A Rare George I Gilt-Gesso Pier Glass Mirror, Circa 1725. England.
In the Manner of John Belchier

The mirror has an elaborately carved gilt-gesso frame, which was a hallmark of luxury during the 18th century.

Divided by arched rectangular, softly beveled mirror plates, the design is set within a gadrooned and foliate-carved border, crowned by an ornate cresting. At the center, a finely worked pagoda shell and acanthus motif takes prominence, flanked by exquisitely crafted eagles and scrolling foliage. Below, a punch-decorated carved frieze adds further detail and elegance to the composition.

The shape is elongated, suggesting it was designed to be a pier mirror placed between two windows or above a console table.

This piece dates to the first quarter of the 18th century and reflects transitional influences from Queen Anne to Georgian styles.
The shell and scrollwork are typical of early Rococo design, which flourished in the mid-18th century.

Pier mirrors became increasingly popular in 18th-century England and France as glass-making technology advanced. They symbolized opulence and were often found in homes of the wealthy gentry and aristocracy. The gilded details reflect the craftsmanship of skilled artisans who specialized in hand-carved woodwork, cut gesso and gilding techniques such as John Belchier,

John Belchier
‘The Sun’, south side of St Paul’s Churchyard, London; cabinet maker (fl.1699-d. 1753).

Condition

Good. Wear consistent with age and use. The split soft bevelled mirror plates appear to be original, however, they may have been re-silvered. Gilding refreshed.

Dimensions

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Provenence

Norman Adams, Private collection, Dorset UK

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