French Faux Bamboo Mirror 19th Century

Name: Large French Faux Bamboo Mirror
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1190945
Price: 1350 GBP
Availability: InStock

Arcadia Antiques

Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923

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Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL

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Verified Since Jun 2009

Items For Sale 680

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Arcadia Antiques

Verified Since Jun 2009

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Location: Westfields Farm, Fosse Way, Radford Semele, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 1XL,

Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/arcadia

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A large rectangular mirror framed in warm brown turned wood designed to mimic bamboo with extending corner joints.

Large French Faux Bamboo Mirror

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Faux bamboo furniture originated in the late nineteenth century, particularly in France, as part of the Chinoiserie movement. Craftspeople turned local hardwoods, such as beech or pine, to imitate the natural nodes and grain of bamboo poles.

These mirrors were typically constructed from carved or turned hardwoods like beech, maple, or pine, which were stained to mimic bamboo. The central frame housed silvered mirror glass, often joined with simulated bamboo node joints at the corners.

Authentic nineteenth century pieces display turned wood joints with hand-finished details rather than moulded plastic or lightweight resin. Look for signs of age on the timber finish, natural wood grain beneath the stain, and original fixings or oxidisation on the glass.

Position the mirror above a sideboard or console table to create a focal point in a hallway or dining room. The warm timber tones and botanical-inspired design pair well with botanical prints, woven rattan textures, and neutral colour palettes.

Dust the timber frame regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply beeswax polish sparingly to preserve the wood finish. Avoid spraying glass cleaner directly onto the mirror, as moisture can seep behind the frame and damage the backing or silvering.

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