Sold 18 August 2025 · French Antique Company

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Description

Beautiful French antique gilt oval mirror.

The frame dates from the late 1800s and the glass is more recent.

It has pretty gesso detail to its real gilt (gold leaf) frame.

It is in excellent condition and could be hung portrait or landscape.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions

Height

50cm (19.69")

Width

40cm (15.75")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1141468

Dealers Notes

Delivery £65 to most of mainland UK using a trusted, specialist antiques courier.

Description

Beautiful French antique gilt oval mirror.

The frame dates from the late 1800s and the glass is more recent.

It has pretty gesso detail to its real gilt (gold leaf) frame.

It is in excellent condition and could be hung portrait or landscape.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions

Height

50cm (19.69")

Width

40cm (15.75")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1141468

About the Dealer

French Antique Company

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Specialising in french antique mirrors and chandeliers.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the French Antique Company Profile Page

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French Antique Company

Telephone 07899 864960

Location

Hove
East Sussex
United Kingdom

By appointment only.

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/frenchantiquecompany

Verified Since Oct 2019

Items For Sale 21

Items Sold 697

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleFrench Rococo
MaterialGiltwood, Wood, Glass
ColourAntique Gold
MotifsAcanthus leaf carvings, Beaded inner border, Scrollwork cartouches, Embossed floral corners
SizeH 50 cm (20 in) x W 40 cm (16 in)

FAQs

French antique mirrors, particularly from the 18th and 19th centuries, are characterised by ornate carvings, symmetrical or asymmetrical scrollwork, and a distinct emphasis on classical motifs like acanthus leaves and florals.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-carved wooden frames finished with gesso and gold leaf, often using water gilding techniques. The glass plates are frequently silvered by hand, resulting in characteristic oxidisation spots over time.

Authenticity is indicated by age-related wear to the gilding, hand-carved wooden construction rather than molded resin, and old backing boards secured with traditional fixings. The mirror plate should show signs of age, such as slight distortion or foxing.

Pairing an ornate gilded mirror with clean-lined contemporary furniture creates a striking contrast that highlights the pieces craftsmanship. It functions well as a focal point above a fireplace mantel or as a reflective accent on a neutral wall.

Dust the carved frame gently with a soft, dry brush and avoid chemical solvents that can strip the delicate gold leaf. Clean the glass with a minimal amount of glass cleaner applied to a cloth rather than directly onto the surface.