Mirror (one of a pair)

Italian, Venice

18th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 507

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Title: Mirror (one of a pair)
Date: 18th century
Culture: Italian, Venice
Medium: Wood, gilt-bronze
Dimensions: H. 51-1/2 x W. 36 in. (130.8 x 91.4 cm)
Classification: Woodwork-Furniture
Credit Line: Fletcher Fund, 1925
Object Number: 25.140.1
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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