Cushion Mirror
English
about 1695
Object Place: Europe, England
Dimensions
114.3 cm (45 in.)
Accession Number
1984.117
Medium or Technique
Wood
On View
Alan and Simone Hartman Galleries (Gallery 241)
Collections
Classifications
Walnut veneer; ivory, stained woods. Wide band of marquetry is framed by walnut veneer. Marquetry decoration consists of floral designs bordered by ivory Cs, with walnut oyster veneer between each floral arrangement. Scrolls in each corner. Inlay of flowers include lilies, carnations, tulips, daffodils and jasmine, all depicted realistically.
Credit Line
Bequest of Herbert Heidelberger in honor of Frederick and Minna Heidelberger