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Late 19th Century Highly Ornate French Gilded Decorative Mirror
Arundel Decorative
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Late 19th Century Highly Ornate French Gilded Decorative Mirror

19th century
Description

An exceptional and theatrical French mirror dating to the late 19th century, lavishly adorned with deep relief carving and original gilding over a traditional red oxide ground. The frame is a masterclass in decorative opulence, featuring exuberant scrollwork, floral garlands, and acanthus flourishes, all rendered with remarkable depth and precision.

The gilding has mellowed beautifully with age, revealing warm undertones of red bole beneath the gold leaf—an authentic detail that speaks to its period craftsmanship and adds richness to its visual texture. Most striking is the inclusion of an animal motif within the crest or corner decoration, lending a touch of whimsy and narrative to the classical ornamentation. Whether mythological or naturalistic, this detail elevates the mirror from decorative to sculptural.

Its scale and presence make it ideal for a grand hallway, drawing room, or boutique interior, and it would serve equally well in film or theatrical settings requiring authentic Belle Époque or Rococo Revival character.

A rare and commanding piece for collectors and designers seeking drama, provenance, and artistry.

Delivery can be arranged nationwide

Physical Dimensions
Height
165cm (64.96")
Width
95cm (37.40")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Arundel Decorative has dated this French Gilded Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

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SA1193288
Description
An exceptional and theatrical French mirror dating to the late 19th century, lavishly adorned with deep relief carving and original gilding over a traditional red oxide ground.
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The frame is a masterclass in decorative opulence, featuring exuberant scrollwork, floral garlands, and acanthus flourishes, all rendered with remarkable depth and precision.
Arundel Decorative
fig 1. A tall rectangular late 19th-century French wall mirror featuring an elaborate carved giltwood crest with floral motifs and a beaded inner frame border.
fig 1. Late 19th Century Highly Ornate French Gilded Decorative Mirror

The gilding has mellowed beautifully with age, revealing warm undertones of red bole beneath the gold leaf—an authentic detail that speaks to its period craftsmanship and adds richness to its visual texture. Most striking is the inclusion of an animal motif within the crest or corner decoration, lending a touch of whimsy and narrative to the classical ornamentation. Whether mythological or naturalistic, this detail elevates the mirror from decorative to sculptural.

fig 2. A tall rectangular late 19th-century French wall mirror featuring an elaborate carved giltwood crest with floral motifs and a beaded inner frame border.
fig 2. Late 19th Century Highly Ornate French Gilded Decorative Mirror

Its scale and presence make it ideal for a grand hallway, drawing room, or boutique interior, and it would serve equally well in film or theatrical settings requiring authentic Belle Époque or Rococo Revival character.

A rare and commanding piece for collectors and designers seeking drama, provenance, and artistry.

Delivery can be arranged nationwide

Height
165cm (64.96")
Width
95cm (37.40")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Arundel Decorative has dated this French Gilded Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1193288
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Arundel Decorative
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Decorative french and period english furniture

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Arundel Decorative
Telephone 07967 604264
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Merchants Hall
Rear of 18 High Street
Arundel
West Sussex
BN18 9AB
United Kingdom
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A tall rectangular late 19th-century French wall mirror featuring an elaborate carved giltwood crest with floral motifs and a beaded inner frame border.
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FAQs

French mirrors from this era often exhibit Rococo Revival or Louis XVI stylistic influences, characterized by elaborate crestings, scrollwork, floral ornamentation, and detailed moulding surrounding the mirror frame.

These frames were typically constructed from solid timber topped with molded gesso plaster to shape intricate floral or foliage motifs, which were then coated in thin layers of gold leaf gilding.

Authentic period pieces usually feature hand-carved joinery on the wooden reverse frame, slight oxidisation or foxing to the silvering on the original glass plate, and subtle wear showing the underlying clay bole beneath the gold leaf.

Positioning a gilded mirror above a fireplace mantelpiece or a dining room sideboard creates an elegant focal point that reflects natural light and contrasts effectively with modern minimalist furnishings.

Dust the frame gently with a soft dry brush or feather duster, avoiding moisture, alcohol, or chemical solvents, as water can dissolve gesso and strip original leaf gilding.
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