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Looking Glass

James Stokes

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of an antique mirror titled "Looking Glass" by James Stokes. The mirror has a rectangular shape with curved edges and a decorative frame. The frame is dark-colored, possibly black or dark brown, with intricate carvings on the top and sides. The top of the frame features two curved scroll-like designs on either side, with a central section that holds a small vase with flowers. The vase has a wide base that narrows to a small neck and is decorated with vertical lines. The flowers have long stems with leaves and appear to be made of metal. The mirror's reflective surface is cloudy and shows signs of aging. The background of the image is plain white.

Artwork Details

Date
1795–1800
Medium
Mahogany, mahogany veneer, Atlantic white cedar, pine
Culture
American
Dimensions
391 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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