Design for a Mirror 1766 - 1813

James Wyatt conceived this mirror design with pen and watercolor around the late 18th century. The winged horses evoke a sense of classical mythology, calling to mind Pegasus, the famed steed of Greek legend. These winged creatures are placed symmetrically, flanking a central canopy design. The horse, a symbol of strength and vitality, when combined with wings, transcends earthly bounds, aspiring towards the heavens. Across cultures, this motif resurfaces, often representing the soul's journey or a connection between the mortal and divine. Consider the image of the winged horse – a potent symbol across different eras, shifting in meaning from divine messenger to heraldic emblem. This fusion of animal and bird taps into our collective unconscious, resonating with our primal desires for freedom and transcendence. The mirror becomes a portal, framed by symbols that invite not just reflection, but introspection, stirring within us the echoes of ages past.