Pier Mirror
Datec. 1800
MediumWhite pine, gesso, gilt, reverse painted (églomisé) with silvered and polychromed glass
Dimensions57 × 33 3/8 × 6 inches (144.8 × 84.8 × 15.2 cm)
Credit LineMuseum purchase with funds provided by the bequest of Daniel Denny.
Object number2000.7
CopyrightThe images and text contained on this page are owned by Telfair Museums or used by the Museum with permission from the owners. Unauthorized reproduction, transmission or display of these materials is prohibited with the exception of items deemed “fair use” as defined by U.S. and international copyright laws.Label TextThis American neoclassical-style looking glass has an églomisé panel painted with a Washington memorial theme. Flanking the glass are gilded columns and cornice.
A pier mirror, or pier glass, is designed to fit on the wall space between two windows. It served a practical purpose, reflecting natural light into dark spaces.
