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Girandole

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is a black and white photo of a decorative mirror titled "Girandole" by an unknown artist. The mirror is circular with a thick frame featuring decorative bumps around its edge. Three candleholders with crystals are attached to the bottom of the mirror frame. Above the mirror is a metal decoration featuring a bird with wings spread, surrounded by metal leaves and flowers. The background is a plain wall.

Artwork Details

Date
1815–20
Medium
Gilded gesso, mirror glass with white pine
Culture
American
Dimensions
418 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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