Sold for A$2,200
"Always on Top" / Darby Bros / Aerated Waters / and Cordials / Sold Here / "Ask & You Will Receive" / This mirror the property of Darby Bros. Miscellaneous Advertising Large advertising mirror. Gold, black, blue and red writing. 1825 x 810 mm. 1880s
Very Good. A little bit of discolouration and possible peeling to the blue around Darby Bros. Some of the blue is darker than other sections. Spot of discolouration below this. The middle red section has some sections of darker red, the lettering is quite messy in places. Some of the dark red bits go over the edge of the lettering, it may have been touched up at some stage? The lower black edged gold print is great with minor marks. Some staining to the mirror which is quite minor around these. The current vendor had the plank of wood professionally attached to the rear for mounting purposes on his wall. We have left that there in case the new owner wants to do the same. The remainder of the backing is original and in decent condition. Some other marks to the mirror backing which is standard for a piece of this age. This was apparently on the Darby Bros shopfront in Rushworth in the later 1800s. A unique mirror, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Please keep in mind that this will not be able to be posted. Pick up or professional courier services only for this item. Grade: 7.5 Estimate: $4000 - 5000
