Early 20th Century French Mirror

Name: Early 20th Century French Mirror
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1203416
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectMirrors
Period1900 - 1920
StyleFrench Chateau
MaterialGilt Wood, Glass, Gesso
ColourGold
MotifsMoulded frame, Beaded trim, Rectangular profile, Gold leaf finish
SizeH 161 cm (63 in) x W 62 cm (24 in)

This early 20th century French wall mirror brings classic French Chateau character to interior spaces. Dating from 1910, the rectangular piece has a slender vertical profile measuring 161 cm high by 62 cm wide. The timber frame wears a warm gold leaf finish over gesso, enriched by detailed moulded edges and a delicate beaded trim running along the inner border. Gentle surface wear and minor losses appear across the gilded woodwork, showing signs of natural age. The reflective glass plate sits securely within the decorative wooden housing. Ideal for placement in narrow wall spaces, the mirror suits traditional hallways, bedrooms or dressing areas where vertical proportions enhance natural light. The restrained ornamentation coordinates easily with period furniture and neutral wall finishes in a contemporary home.

FAQs

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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Early 20th Century French Mirror

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