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Large French Convex Wall Mirror in Gilt and Cream “The Witch’s Eye”
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Large French Convex Wall Mirror in Gilt and Cream “The Witch’s Eye”

1900 - 1920
Sold by Elmgarden
Description

Large French Convex Wall Mirror in Gilt and Cream

This is a very attractive Mirror has a 3.5” wide cream coloured and Gilt Gesso frame and has a convex looking glass

The mirror is in good condition as is the original convex looking glass

FYI the French call this type of mirror “The Witch’s Eye”

The mirror is 20” in diameter, the glass is 14” in diameter

WD47

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this French Convex Wall Mirror to the 1910s.

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SA1037566
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WD47
Description
Large French Convex Wall Mirror in Gilt and Cream

This is a very attractive Mirror has a 3.5” wide cream coloured and Gilt Gesso frame and has a convex looking glass

The mirror is in good condition as is the original convex looking glass

FYI the French call this type of mirror “The Witch’s Eye”

The mirror is 20” in diameter, the glass is 14” in diameter

WD47

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this French Convex Wall Mirror to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1037566
Dealers Internal Ref
WD47
Elmgarden
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An oval French convex wall mirror featuring a painted cream frame accented with gilded acanthus leaf embellishments.
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Archive I An oval French convex wall mirror featuring a painted cream frame accented with gilded acanthus leaf embellishments.

Large French Convex Wall Mirror in Gilt and Cream “The Witch’s Eye”

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United Kingdom
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An oval French convex wall mirror featuring a painted cream frame accented with gilded acanthus leaf embellishments.
Large French Convex Wall Mirror in Gilt and Cream “The Witch’s Eye”
Ref: SA1037566
An oval French convex wall mirror featuring a painted cream frame accented with gilded acanthus leaf embellishments.
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Convex mirrors, traditionally referred to in France as il de sorciere or witchs eye mirrors, gained prominence in Northern Europe during the 15th and 16th centuries. The curved glass surface provided a wide panoramic view of a room, allowing inhabitants to observe an entire space from a single vantage point.

Traditional construction typically involves a carved timber frame finished with gesso and gold leaf gilding or paint. The glass plate is custom blown or cast into a parabolic convex shape to create the signature curved reflection.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-carved wood surrounds, natural oxidation on the mirror backing, subtle irregularities in the curved glass, and historic wear or rubbing to the gilding exposing the underlying bole or gesso layer.

A convex mirror functions effectively as a focal point positioned above a fireplace mantelpiece, console table, or within a curated gallery wall. Its spherical distortion draws in light and creates spatial depth in hallways and living rooms.

Dust the frame regularly using a dry, soft-bristled brush to clean ornate mouldings without scratching. Clean the glass plate using a microfibre cloth dampened slightly with water, avoiding chemical glass sprays that could seep behind the frame and damage the silvering.
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