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Looking glass

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular mirror with rounded edges and a decorative top. The mirror has a gold and brown frame. The frame is ornately carved with floral patterns and other designs. The mirror glass appears old and weathered, with spots and marks on its surface. The top of the frame has a carved design that resembles a crown or crest. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The title of the piece is "Looking glass" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1740–60
Medium
Japanned white pine; mirror glass
Culture
American
Dimensions
369 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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