Antique cast iron oval mirror with cherub and ribbon motifs
Antique cast iron oval mirror with cherub and ribbon motifs
Description
Circa 1880-1910/United States
Antique cast iron oval vanity mirror with cherub and ribbon motifs, bearing a numerical marking on the frame.
Federalist mirrors, popular in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, often featured neoclassical motifs, eagles, and ornate carvings, reflecting the patriotic fervor and classical revival of the era. These mirrors were typically made of wood, often gilded or ebonized, and served as both functional items and decorative statements in affluent homes.
Cast iron mirrors, especially those with intricate designs like this one, gained popularity in the mid-19th century, particularly in the Victorian era, and were often produced in America. The combination of the eagle motif and cherubs suggests a blend of patriotic symbolism and Rococo or Neoclassical decorative elements, common in pieces intended to convey status and taste.
Care
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Design
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