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The giltwood with rubbing, scattered chips and minor losses to carving (some likely deliberate) and gilt surfaces revealing bare wood in areas as to be expected with age. Some losses, rubbing, and chipping to gilt composition. Some inactive woodworm holes to reverse. Later mirror in good condition, lacks a backing behind the glass. Ready to hang.

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