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September 2006 Fine Arts and Antiques Auction

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913. An Oval Gilt Robert Adam Style Mirror, Late 19th/Early 20th Century

Oval mirror with eight section of silvered-backed antiqued glass. Gilt wood construction with composite flower and leaf decoration. Surmounted with a fluted urn with two floral sprigs. Bottom has carved tassels. Beadwork and rosettes separate sections. Approx. 49"T x 27"W. The interiors of the Scottish architect Robert Adam (1728-1792) became so well known that the term "Adam Style" was coined to describe his distinctive look.



850/1,500   Sold $575.00
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