early 18th century, likely British, possibly American, surmounted by a tall pierced crest with foliate scrolled decoration, molded surround, beveled mirror plate; accompanied by conservation treatment report by Christine Thomson recording minor repairs and finish work, 26 x 15 in.

Provenance: Sotheby's, New York, December 3, 2003, lot 19; purchased through Clark Pearce, Essex, Massachusetts, for $4,380; Estate of Steven Murphy, Fort Collins, Colorado

structurally sound, minor repairs to crest and surround, replaced mirror plate, refreshed finish, backboards appear to be original, other scattered imperfections as expected with age and use