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Large Antique French Gilt Mirror
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Large Antique French Gilt Mirror

19th century
Sold 19 April 2025 · French Antique Company
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Description

Elegant antique French Louis XV gilt mirror in excellent condition.

It dates from the late 1800s.

It has its wonderful, very ornate real gilt (gold leaf) frame with Louis XV detail including its crest and 4 side scrolls.

It has its original bevelled glass with no scratches.

It has all its original pine backboards.

It would look beautiful as an overmantel as in the photo or as a freestanding leaner mirror in a bedroom perhaps.

Date of Manufacture

French Antique Company has dated this French Gilt Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
182cm (71.65")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Reference Numbers
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SA1134019
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Delivery £65 to most of mainland UK using a trusted, specialist antiques courier.

Description
Elegant antique French Louis XV gilt mirror in excellent condition.

It dates from the late 1800s.

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It has its wonderful, very ornate real gilt (gold leaf) frame with Louis XV detail including its crest and 4 side scrolls.
French Antique Company
fig 1. A large antique French gilt mirror featuring ornate carved wooden framing and a gold finish leans against a wall.
fig 1. Large Antique French Gilt Mirror

It has its original bevelled glass with no scratches.

It has all its original pine backboards.

It would look beautiful as an overmantel as in the photo or as a freestanding leaner mirror in a bedroom perhaps.

Date of Manufacture

French Antique Company has dated this French Gilt Mirror to the 19th Century.

Height
182cm (71.65")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1134019
French Antique Company
French Antique Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Specialising in french antique mirrors and chandeliers.

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French Antique Company

French Antique Company
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East Sussex
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/frenchantiquecompany
Verified Since Oct 2019
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A large antique French gilt mirror featuring ornate carved wooden framing and a gold finish leans against a wall.
Large antique French gilt mirror
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A large antique French gilt mirror featuring ornate carved wooden framing and a gold finish leans against a wall.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Rococo
  • MaterialGiltwood, Glass, Gesso
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsC-scrolls, Acorn cresting, Floral motifs, Cartouche
  • SizeH 182 cm (72 in) x W 102 cm (40 in)

FAQs

French gilt mirrors trace their origins back to the decorative arts movements of the 17th and 18th centuries, notably during the reigns of Louis XIV, XV, and XVI, where ornate craftsmanship and gold leaf application signified wealth and status in royal courts and elite residences.

Authentic pieces are typically constructed from hand-carved wood, such as pine or oak, coated with a layer of gesso, and meticulously finished with genuine gold leaf applied over bole. Traditional joinery and mercury or silvered glass plates are common indicators of older manufacturing methods.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the backboards, the nature of the gold leaf application, oxidisation patterns on the glass, hand-carved detailing versus resin mouldings, and the presence of period-appropriate fixings and tool marks.

Pairing a highly decorative antique mirror with minimalist, modern furnishings creates a striking visual contrast that grounds the room, while positioning it opposite a light source maximises illumination and spatial depth.

Giltwood surfaces are extremely delicate and should be dusted gently with a soft, dry brush without chemical cleaners, avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity to prevent the deterioration of the gold leaf and the underlying gesso.
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