Lot 11: Mirror and Holder

SOLD: $5,250 (without buyer’s premium)
Estimate: $1,500 – $2,500

Cherry and pine, original varnish finish, simple molded frame, labeled on back “Mt. Lebanon, N.Y. Shaker Mirror – (ex. Celeste Koster coll.)” and “Shaker Looking Glass, Mt. Lebanon, Same as ones on pages 162 & 164 of Kassay’s The Book of Shaker Furniture.”; Mirror holder with arched top and two holes, one for hanging on a peg, and the other with original Shaker tape for holding mirror, base with three brass pins, 19” h, 11 1/2” w, 15” h (mirror), (Celeste Koster collection; Ed Clerk collection).

Note: An exceptional classic mirror and holder in best condition with provenance from two of the 20th centuries foremost Shaker dealer/collectors.