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Gift of Mary W. Edwards, 1984.42.34, Connecticut Historical Society
Looking Glass
Gift of Mary W. Edwards, 1984.42.34, Connecticut Historical Society

Looking Glass

Maker
MediumLooking glass; wood, mirror (Tin-Mercury amalgam), paint
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 29 1/2 × 14 1/2 × 2 1/2in. (74.9 × 36.8 × 6.4cm)
ClassificationsFurniture
Credit LineGift of Mary W. Edwards
DescriptionLooking glass with reverse painting on glass at the top. The painting is a depiction of a tree-lined street and buildings.
Object number1984.42.34
NotesMirror is likely made of tin-mercury amalgam. Improper handling of historic mercury amalgam mirrors presents a potential risk for elemental mercury exposure. The tin-mercury amalgam from which these mirror were fabricated is inherently unstable and releases mercury liquid and vapor as it deteriorates.
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