American Victorian Carved and Gilt Pier Mirror

19th century, wood and gesso, tall rectangular mirror with upper arched molding, the pronounced pediment with pierced and carved mask and foliate swags, molded stiles terminating in acanthus leaf with a shaped molded base.

87 x 35 in.

By descent of Louis Alfred Wiltz (1843-1881), governor of Louisiana, mayor of New Orleans, lieutenant governor of Louisiana, and a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives

Some minor silver loss to mirror; old gilt surface with toning, crazing and wear; hairline cracks to pediment; chips at base edge.