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Early 20th Century French Mirror
Earl and Rymer
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Early 20th Century French Mirror

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Earl and Rymer
Description

Early 20th Century French Mirror.

Lovely gilt framed mirror, some losses consistent with age.

Physical Dimensions
Height
161cm (63.39")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Declaration

Earl and Rymer has dated this French Gilt Wall Mirror to the 1910s.

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SA1203416
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CR00
Description
Early 20th Century French Mirror.

Lovely gilt framed mirror, some losses consistent with age.

Height
161cm (63.39")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Date of Manufacture

Earl and Rymer has dated this French Gilt Wall Mirror to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1203416
Dealers Internal Ref
CR00
Earl and Rymer
Earl and Rymer
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2026

Earl & rymer specialise in beautiful, interesting and unusual decorative antiques and art.

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Early 20th Century French Mirror

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Earl and Rymer
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A tall rectangular wall mirror featuring a narrow giltwood frame with subtle moulded edge detailing.
Early 20th Century French Mirror
Ref: SA1203416
A tall rectangular wall mirror featuring a narrow giltwood frame with subtle moulded edge detailing.
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Early 20th century French mirrors often draw on neoclassical and classical design influences, featuring slender timber frames finished with gold leaf or plaster gilding. They frequently combine simplified linear profiles with subtle moulding details to complement both traditional and modern interior schemes.

Traditional French frames were constructed using solid wood backings layered with gesso, a smooth mixture of chalk and glue binder. Gold leaf was then applied using water gilding or oil gilding techniques, often burnished with agate stone to achieve a smooth metallic finish.

Authentic pieces generally show subtle signs of age, such as gentle wear to the gilding revealing the underlying red or yellow bole clay. The backboards typically consist of hand-sawn timber panels, and original mirror glass may display light oxidisation or foxing.

A tall rectangular gilt mirror can be placed in a narrow hallway, positioned opposite a window to maximise natural light, or mounted above a console table. The warmth of the gilded finish creates a balanced contrast against minimalist neutral walls and contemporary furnishings.

Dust the gilded frame gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or clean brush, avoiding water, liquid cleaners, or abrasive chemical polishes. Clean the glass carefully with a lightly damp cloth, taking care not to let moisture seep beneath the inner lip of the frame.
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