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Antique Table Mirror French Empire 19th Century Circa 1815 Known as a 19th Century Toilet Mirror Table Mirror and Vanity Mirror of Bronze Ormolu Marble and Gilt Metal
Gerald Neville Antiques
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Antique Table Mirror French Empire 19th Century Circa 1815 Known as a 19th Century Toilet Mirror Table Mirror and Vanity Mirror of Bronze Ormolu Marble and Gilt Metal

19th century
Description

Antique bronze ormolu gilt metal and marble mirror in the form of a putti holding a circular mirror of ormolu and gilt

This fine example of an extremely rare french empire antique table mirror 19th century circa 1815 in date is in good original honest condition with a fine patination to the bronze putti and honest age and presentation.

This beautiful and unique very rare 19th century French Empire table mirror of a bronze putti cherub on a gilt metal and marble base holding a delightful circular gilt metal mirror with ormolu mounts measures 51cm high by 18cm wide and is of exquisite proportions for being a table mirror, a toilet mirror, a vanity mirror or just a unique ornamental display mirror.

Bronze cherub

Gilt cherub

Marble cherub

Bronze mirror

Gilt mirror

Ormolu mirror

Marble mirror

Height: 51cm

Width: 18cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Gerald Neville Antiques has dated this French Empire Toilet Mirror to the 19th Century.

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SA1133771
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Antique cherub mirror
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Antique bronze ormolu gilt metal and marble mirror in the form of a putti holding a circular mirror of ormolu and gilt

This fine example of an extremely rare french empire antique table mirror 19th century circa 1815 in date is in good original honest condition with a fine patination to the bronze putti and honest age and presentation.

fig 1. A French Empire table mirror featuring a gilt circular frame supported by a black bronze cherub figure atop a dark marble pedestal base.
fig 1. Antique Table Mirror French Empire 19th Century Circa 1815 Known as a 19th Century Toilet Mirror Table Mirror and Vanity Mirror of Bronze Ormolu Marble and Gilt Metal

This beautiful and unique very rare 19th century French Empire table mirror of a bronze putti cherub on a gilt metal and marble base holding a delightful circular gilt metal mirror with ormolu mounts measures 51cm high by 18cm wide and is of exquisite proportions for being a table mirror, a toilet mirror, a vanity mirror or just a unique ornamental display mirror.

Bronze cherub

Gilt cherub

Marble cherub

Bronze mirror

Gilt mirror

Ormolu mirror

Marble mirror

Height: 51cm

Width: 18cm

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Gerald Neville Antiques has dated this French Empire Toilet Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1133771
Dealers Internal Ref
Antique cherub mirror
Gerald Neville Antiques
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Archive I A French Empire table mirror featuring a gilt circular frame supported by a black bronze cherub figure atop a dark marble pedestal base.

Antique Table Mirror French Empire 19th Century Circa 1815 Known as a 19th Century Toilet Mirror Table Mirror and Vanity Mirror of Bronze Ormolu Marble and Gilt Metal

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A French Empire table mirror featuring a gilt circular frame supported by a black bronze cherub figure atop a dark marble pedestal base.
antique table mirror french empire 19th century circa 1815 known as a 19th century toilet mirror table mirror and vanity mirror of bronze ormolu marble and gilt metal
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A French Empire table mirror featuring a gilt circular frame supported by a black bronze cherub figure atop a dark marble pedestal base.
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Originating in the early 19th century under the reign of Napoleon, French Empire toilet mirrors feature Neoclassical motifs, patinated bronze or gilt metalwork, and robust bases formed from marble or rich timber. They were created as portable vanity mirrors for dressing tables.

These mirrors traditionally incorporate cast bronze with dark patination or gilt-bronze (ormolu) finishes, mounted upon marble or mahogany bases. The reflective glass was typically mercury-silvered and held within a swivel frame.

Authentic pieces display hand-chased gilt bronze mounts, detailed metal castings, heavy natural marble bases, and genuine age wear such as oxidisation in recesses and light foxing on the glass plate.

Position the mirror on a contemporary console table, marble mantelpiece, or dressing table to create a focal point. Pair it with minimalist ceramic vessels or neutral linen textures to complement the metallic detailing.

Dust the bronze and ormolu elements gently with a soft microfibre cloth or dry soft-bristled brush, avoiding chemical cleansers that strip patination. Wipe the marble base with a damp cloth and dry immediately.
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