Sold: French Gilt Mirror 19th Century

Name: French Gilt Mirror
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1020727
Price: 385 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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An upright rectangular wooden mirror frame covered in gold leaf with ornate carved corner motifs and floral scrollwork.

French Gilt Mirror

Ref: SA1020727

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ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleFrench Chateau
MaterialWood, Gesso, Gold Leaf, Glass
ColourGold
MotifsAcanthus leaves, Floral scrolls, Corner cartouches
SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

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French gilt mirrors are characterised by intricately carved wooden frames coated in gold leaf or gilt, often featuring classical motifs such as acanthus leaves, scrolls, and floral garlands reflecting various historic periods like Louis XIV, XV, and XVI.

Authentic pieces are typically constructed from carved softwood or hardwood substrates, such as pine or oak, coated with a layer of gesso before the application of fine gold leaf or metal leaf gilding.

Authenticity is indicated by hand-carved detailing, the presence of aged gesso with natural craquelure, foxing or oxidisation on the original mercury or silvered glass plate, and traditional joinery at the frame corners.

A gilt mirror serves as a striking focal point when hung above a modern minimalist mantelpiece or console table, creating a deliberate contrast that enhances both contemporary and traditional design elements.

Preserve antique gilding by dusting gently with a dry, soft feather duster, avoiding all liquid cleaners, abrasive cloths, and direct sunlight to prevent further oxidisation and flaking of the delicate gold leaf.

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