Sold 19 February 2025 · Youlls Antiques

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Description

A large imposing 19th Century gilt mirror. In the Louis XVI taste. Lovely old original gilt finish with some light rubbing in places exposing the bole beneath, giving a very attractive appearance. With old backboards and original bevelled plate. Getting increasingly difficult to source

Date of Manufacture

Youlls Antiques has dated this French Gilt Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

174cm (68.50")

Width

110cm (43.31")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1098862

Description

A large imposing 19th Century gilt mirror. In the Louis XVI taste.

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Lovely old original gilt finish with some light rubbing in places exposing the bole beneath, giving a very attractive appearance.

Youlls Antiques

With old backboards and original bevelled plate. Getting increasingly difficult to source

Date of Manufacture

Youlls Antiques has dated this French Gilt Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

174cm (68.50")

Width

110cm (43.31")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1098862

About the Dealer

Youlls Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

Youlls antiques are a family business working in the trade for over three generations.

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Telephone 01488 682 046

Location

27-28 Charnham St
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 OEJ
United Kingdom

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ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleFrench Provincial
MaterialWood, Gesso, Gold Leaf, Glass
ColourGold
MotifsCrested scrollwork, Floral carvings, Bevelled glass, Gilt finish
SizeH 174 cm (69 in) x W 110 cm (43 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

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French Rococo and Louis XV mirrors are characterised by asymmetrical curves, organic scrollwork, naturalistic floral motifs, and lavish gilt finishes designed to reflect light and enhance interior spaciousness.

These pieces typically feature hand-carved wooden frames finished with gold leaf applied over a gesso base, housing heavy glass plates with bevelled edges.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved wooden construction rather than modern resin casts, alongside aged mercury or silvering oxidisation on the glass plate and visible tool marks on the reverse.

Such pieces serve as striking focal points when hung above a fireplace mantel or leaned against a wall to create verticality, contrasting effectively with minimalist contemporary furnishings.

Dust the carved frame gently with a dry, soft brush and clean the glass with a non-ammonia solution applied to a cloth rather than sprayed directly, protecting the delicate gold leaf finish from moisture.