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Looking Glass

Possibly Alexander Jackson Davis American
ca. 1838–42
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 740
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Looking Glass
  • Maker: Possibly Alexander Jackson Davis (American, New York 1803–1892 West Orange, New Jersey)
  • Date: ca. 1838–42
  • Geography: Probably made in Tarrytown, New York, United States
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Oak
  • Dimensions: 48 x 53 1/2 in. (121.9 x 135.9 cm)
  • Credit Line: Lent by Lyndhurst, a Property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation
  • Object Number: L.1986.115
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing