Antique French Louis Philippe Mirror C1890

Name: Antique French Louis Philippe Mirror C1890
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1188886
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Swag Antiques

Description

This is a fantastic piece. The Louis Philippe style (popularized in the mid-19th century) is characterized by its "rounded shoulders" at the top and a clean, understated elegance that bridges the gap between the ornate Baroque period and the cleaner lines of the 20th century.

Because it is silver-gilded rather than the more common gold, it has a aesthetic that makes it particularly popular for contemporary homes.

Silver Gilded. Unlike standard silver paint, this involves the application of thin silver leaf over a "bole" (clay base), often showing hints of the red or grey undertones where the leaf has worn thin over time.

There is a light patina or of the silver, which gives the piece its antique quality. The glass plate also has some marks showing its age and authenticity.

77cm wide x 103.5cm high x 4cm deep

Physical Dimensions

Height

103.5cm (40.75")

Width

77cm (30.31")

Depth

4cm (1.57")

Declaration

Swag Antiques has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1188886

Dealers Notes

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We have been buying and selling antiques for over 30 years.

We have a wide range of antiques, retro, vintage and decorative pieces in a contemporary setting in our premises in East Sussex.

We source pieces mainly from Europe and the UK and buy

regularly to ensure there is always a good choice of mirrors, furniture and unique pieces.

Due to the proximity of our home to the coast we have monthly buying trips to France so our stock is always changing. We aim to give good value and each item is restored so it is ready to be loved in your home.

Paul and Avril

Description

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Because it is silver-gilded rather than the more common gold, it has a aesthetic that makes it particularly popular for contemporary homes.

Swag Antiques

fig 1. Antique French Louis Philippe Mirror c1890 — fig 1. Antique French Louis Philippe Mirror C1890

Silver Gilded. Unlike standard silver paint, this involves the application of thin silver leaf over a "bole" (clay base), often showing hints of the red or grey undertones where the leaf has worn thin over time.

There is a light patina or of the silver, which gives the piece its antique quality. The glass plate also has some marks showing its age and authenticity.

77cm wide x 103.5cm high x 4cm deep