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18th Century French Gilt Wood Marriage Mirror
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18th Century French Gilt Wood Marriage Mirror

18th century
Sold 16 September 2025 · French Antique Company
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Description

Dimensions:W: 62cm (24.4")H: 113cm (44.5")

18th century French gilt wood marriage mirror in excellent condition.

These mirrors were given to married couples on their wedding day.

It dates from the late 1700s.

It has its ornate hand carved gilt wood crest.

It has its original glass with no scratches and lovely heavy foxing.

It has its original oak back and wire ready to be hung.

Date of Manufacture

French Antique Company has dated this French Giltwood Mirror to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
113cm (44.49")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1161626
Dealers Internal Reference
11062
Dealers Notes

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

Description
Dimensions:W: 62cm (24.4")H: 113cm (44.5")

18th century French gilt wood marriage mirror in excellent condition.

These mirrors were given to married couples on their wedding day.

It dates from the late 1700s.

It has its ornate hand carved gilt wood crest.

It has its original glass with no scratches and lovely heavy foxing.

It has its original oak back and wire ready to be hung.

Date of Manufacture

French Antique Company has dated this French Giltwood Mirror to the 18th Century.

Height
113cm (44.49")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161626
Dealers Internal Ref
11062
French Antique Company
French Antique Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Specialising in french antique mirrors and chandeliers.

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Hove
East Sussex
United Kingdom

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An 18th-century French giltwood mirror with an elaborate carved crest and aged foxed glass.
18th century French gilt wood marriage mirror
Ref: SA1161626
An 18th-century French giltwood mirror with an elaborate carved crest and aged foxed glass.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period18th century
  • StyleFrench Rococo
  • MaterialGiltwood, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsCarved acanthus scrolls, Floral crest, Gilded finish, Foxed glass plate
  • SizeH 113 cm (44 in) x W 62 cm (24 in)

A marriage mirror is a traditional French decorative piece historically commissioned as a wedding gift, often featuring symbolic carved motifs such as floral garlands and ribbons denoting love and union.

These pieces are typically constructed from carved softwood or hardwood, coated in layers of gesso, and meticulously finished with thin sheets of gold leaf applied by hand.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the hand-carved details, the presence of genuine foxing and oxidisation on the mercury glass plate, and the traditional construction methods visible on the reverse.

Placing an ornate piece against a minimalist, neutral wall creates a striking focal point, balancing contemporary simplicity with historical character and texture.

Dust gently with a dry, soft feather duster and avoid liquid cleaning agents or chemical polishes, which can permanently damage the delicate gold leaf surface.
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