Sold for:
$5,036
$5,036
Federal Gilt Gesso Mirror, John Kidder and Joseph Carter, Charlestown, Massachusetts, c. 1815-25, the upper tablet with a pineapple in high relief, with partial maker's label on the reverse, (minor imperfections), ht. 48, wd. at cornice 31 in. Note: John Kidder (1753-1835) and Joseph Carter became partners in Charlestown, Massachusetts, in 1811. minor gesso loss to cornice, some wear to gilding; tablet warped; glass with imperfections but original.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2009-11-08
