Brutalist Gilt Geometric Mirror

Attributed to Syroco

A striking large rectangular mirror in the Brutalist manner, attributed to Syroco and dating from circa 1970. The central mirror plate is surrounded by an architectural openwork frame composed of irregular geometric blocks, bars and textured relief elements in a rich gilt finish. Contrasting smooth, rippled and heavily textured surfaces create a sculptural rhythm around the otherwise restrained rectangular plate. The bold asymmetric construction and warm gold surface are characteristic of the decorative Brutalist vocabulary of the period, giving the mirror considerable presence as both a functional object and a piece of wall sculpture. Delivery or collection by arrangement. Please enquire for delivery costs.

Syroco, the Syracuse Ornamental Company of Syracuse, New York, was founded in 1890 and began by hand-carving wooden ornament, before becoming known for moulded decorative work that gave the look of carving at a fraction of the cost. By the 1960s and 1970s its mirrors, clocks and wall pieces had become a staple of American interiors. Syroco collection, Syracuse University Libraries