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ANTIQUE #SA1024476

Large Antique French Gilt Mirror

Status: This item has been sold
Sold by: French Antique Company

Dimensions:W: 120cm (47.2'')H: 205cm (80.7'')
 
Stunning early19th century French gilt Louis XV leaner mirror in superb condition.
 
It dates from around 1830
 
It has its beautiful, ornate real gilt (gold leaf) on gesso frame and a very large shell and floral crest. There are no chips at all.
 
It has its wonderful original mercury glass in fantastic condition with no scratches. Mercury glass was not used after 1840 and is increasingly hard to find. It gives a sparkle and reflection like no other!
 
It has all its pine backboards.
 
It would have originally been used as an overmantel mirror above a fireplace in a grand room with very high ceilings but it could also be used as a leaner mirror in a lounge, hall or bedroom.
 
Antique gilt mirrors of this size, condition and quality are incredibly hard to come by.
 
Delivery £60 to most of mainland UK using a trusted, specialist antiques courier.
 
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1024476
Dateline of this antique is 1800
Height is 205cm (80.7inches)
Width is 120cm (47.2inches)
Depth is 0cm (0.0inches)
Antique SA1024476 shown on this page was made in 1800. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
1800
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CONTACT DETAILS OF SELLER:
French Antique Company
East Sussex
United Kingdom
Tel: 07899 864960
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD