Looking Glass
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)
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.Subject Terms
On View
Not on viewUnknown
Nathan Ruggles
Nathan Ruggles
late 18th century
Unknown Looking Glass Maker