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19th C. French Triptych Mirror - Miroir Brot
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19th C. French Triptych Mirror - Miroir Brot

19th century
Sold 25 June 2025 · The Old Yard
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Description

A beautiful French Triptych Mirror in a Gilt Frame that bears the stamp of Miroir Brot by the handle and also on the frame. Miroir Brot was established in 1826 by Francois Brot, who later invented the Triptych.  Miroir Brot is of unrivaled quality and is recognised for it's excellence in Triptych and Beauty mirrors.

This lovely example has cloth covering to the mirror when folded over and is faded and slightly stained in places.  The original mirror plate has signs of foxing in places, as would be expected from age and use.  There is some damage to the gilt frame along the bottom edge.

Height 143 cm

Closed width 68 cm

Fully Open width 182 cm

Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated this French Triptych Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
143cm (56.30")
Reference Numbers
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SA1122438
Dealers Internal Reference
4181
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Description
A beautiful French Triptych Mirror in a Gilt Frame that bears the stamp of Miroir Brot by the handle and also on the frame. Miroir Brot was established in 1826 by Francois Brot, who later invented the Triptych.
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  Miroir Brot is of unrivaled quality and is recognised for it's excellence in Triptych and Beauty mirrors.
The Old Yard
fig 1. A freestanding 19th-century French triptych mirror with a dark wooden frame and adjustable hinged side panels.
fig 1. 19th C. French Triptych Mirror - Miroir Brot

This lovely example has cloth covering to the mirror when folded over and is faded and slightly stained in places.  The original mirror plate has signs of foxing in places, as would be expected from age and use.  There is some damage to the gilt frame along the bottom edge.

Height 143 cm

Closed width 68 cm

Fully Open width 182 cm

Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated this French Triptych Mirror to the 19th Century.

Height
143cm (56.30")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1122438
Dealers Internal Ref
4181
The Old Yard
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Archive I A freestanding 19th-century French triptych mirror with a dark wooden frame and adjustable hinged side panels. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th C. French Triptych Mirror - Miroir Brot

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A freestanding 19th-century French triptych mirror with a dark wooden frame and adjustable hinged side panels.
19th C. French Triptych Mirror - Miroir Brot
Ref: SA1122438
A freestanding 19th-century French triptych mirror with a dark wooden frame and adjustable hinged side panels.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialWood, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHinged side panels, Carved wooden frame, Bevelled glass plates
  • SizeH 143 cm (56 in)

FAQs

A triptych mirror features a central panel flanked by two hinged side wings, allowing the viewer to adjust the angles for multiple perspectives. Originating as portable altarpieces, the design was adapted for domestic dressing furniture during the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in France.

Authentic pieces from this era typically utilise solid timber frames such as walnut, oak, or fruitwood, often featuring hand-carved decorative motifs and pegged joinery. The glass is historically mercury-silvered or early vacuum-silvered plate glass, frequently showing characteristic foxing and oxidisation along the edges.

Authentication involves examining the reverse for hand-cut tongue-and-groove backing boards, handmade iron or brass hinges, and age-related wear on the mirror plate. True period pieces display natural irregularities in the glass and hand-applied finishes rather than uniform modern machining.

This piece works effectively when positioned to reflect natural light or placed against a neutral wall to anchor a room. The adjustable side wings offer dynamic spatial interplay, making it suitable for reflecting architectural details or artwork.

Preservation requires avoiding direct sunlight and maintaining stable indoor humidity to protect the wooden frame and prevent further degradation of the silvered backing. Cleaning should be done sparingly using a dry or barely damp microfiber cloth, ensuring moisture does not seep behind the glass edge.
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