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Mid-20th Century Italian Oval Framed Reed and Ribbon Mirror

$1,800
£1,357.08
€1,587
CA$2,547.73
A$2,593.59
CHF 1,493.61
MX$31,255.15
NOK 17,336.61
SEK 17,491.57
DKK 11,861.66

About the Item

There is a reason the oval endures. It softens a room without surrendering structure—a lesson borrowed straight from classical architecture, where curve tempers column and ornament disciplines form. This mid-20th century Italian mirror understands that lineage. Its carved wood frame is adorned with a restrained reed-and-ribbon pattern, a motif rooted in neoclassical design, echoing fluted pilasters and tied garlands found in grand European interiors. The carving is crisp yet measured, decorative without indulgence. The finish is what seals the romance: a deep, moody brown with subtle red undertones glowing just beneath the surface, like embers under polished wood. Light catches along the raised reeds, creating shadow and rhythm, depth and relief. Hung above a console or between windows, it brings order and grace to whatever surrounds it. It doesn’t clamor for attention; it anchors. In a world that favors excess, this mirror makes a quieter argument—proportion, balance, and the enduring seduction of classical form.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 23 in (58.42 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RIGHTPROPER36391stDibs: LU3738348923282

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