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Looking Glass

John Elliott Sr.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a tall, rectangular mirror titled "Looking Glass" by John Elliott Sr.. The mirror has a dark-colored frame with a decorative top. The top of the frame is wider than the bottom and features a wavy design with two curved ends on either side. A circular design is positioned at the center of the top frame. The frame has a beveled edge. The mirror's surface is smooth and reflective, appearing to be made of glass. The background of the image is a plain light-colored wall.

Artwork Details

Date
1762–67
Medium
Mahogany
Culture
British
Dimensions
447 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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