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French Triptych Mirror
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for sale €3,803     $4,128
£3,250
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French Triptych Mirror

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Beau Nash Bath
Description

French Louis XVI Revival Triptych Dressing Mirror by Miroir Brot. A striking French full-length triptych dressing mirror by Maison Miroir Brot, dating to the early 20th century. The central mirror plate is enclosed within an elegant giltwood and gesso frame, surmounted by a finely modelled ribbon-and-bow crest and decorated with classical rosettes, beaded mouldings and foliate detailing. The two brass-bound side mirrors open and adjust to provide a panoramic dressing view, before folding neatly across the central plate. The reverse is finished with patterned textile panels, while the original brass “Miroir Brot” maker’s plaque remains prominently displayed. Miroir Brot was established in Paris in 1826 and credits François Brot with inventing its celebrated triptych mirror design in 1875.

Dimensions below are when the mirror is opened to its full width.

Physical Dimensions
Height
162cm (63.78")
Width
124cm (48.82")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Declaration

Beau Nash Bath has dated this Antique French Triptych Mirror to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236802
Dealers Internal Reference
BN3101
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French Louis XVI Revival Triptych Dressing Mirror by Miroir Brot.
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A striking French full-length triptych dressing mirror by Maison Miroir Brot, dating to the early 20th century.
Beau Nash Bath

The central mirror plate is enclosed within an elegant giltwood and gesso frame, surmounted by a finely modelled ribbon-and-bow crest and decorated with classical rosettes, beaded mouldings and foliate detailing. The two brass-bound side mirrors open and adjust to provide a panoramic dressing view, before folding neatly across the central plate. The reverse is finished with patterned textile panels, while the original brass “Miroir Brot” maker’s plaque remains prominently displayed. Miroir Brot was established in Paris in 1826 and credits François Brot with inventing its celebrated triptych mirror design in 1875.

Dimensions below are when the mirror is opened to its full width.

Height
162cm (63.78")
Width
124cm (48.82")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Date of Manufacture

Beau Nash Bath has dated this Antique French Triptych Mirror to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236802
Dealers Internal Ref
BN3101
Beau Nash Bath
Beau Nash Bath
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A large French giltwood triptych mirror featuring a ribbon-carved crest and three hinged folding mirror panels.
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Archive I A large French giltwood triptych mirror featuring a ribbon-carved crest and three hinged folding mirror panels.

French Triptych Mirror

Archive II A large French giltwood triptych mirror featuring a ribbon-carved crest and three hinged folding mirror panels. View II
Archive III A large French giltwood triptych mirror featuring a ribbon-carved crest and three hinged folding mirror panels. View III
Archive IV A large French giltwood triptych mirror featuring a ribbon-carved crest and three hinged folding mirror panels. View IV
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A large French giltwood triptych mirror featuring a ribbon-carved crest and three hinged folding mirror panels.
French Triptych Mirror
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A large French giltwood triptych mirror featuring a ribbon-carved crest and three hinged folding mirror panels.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Neoclassical
  • MaterialGiltwood, Glass, Brass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsRibbon cresting, Hinged side panels, Gilded trim, Beaded moulding
  • SizeH 162 cm (64 in) x W 124 cm (49 in) x D 6.5 cm (3 in)

FAQs

A French triptych mirror is a three-panel mirror featuring a central main frame flanked by two hinged side panels. Popularised during the 19th century in France, these mirrors allowed users to view themselves from multiple angles and were traditionally used in dressing rooms and master suites.

Historically, these mirrors were crafted from solid timber frameworks carved with decorative motifs such as ribbon crests, leaves, or bead moulding. The wood was then coated with gesso and finished with thin leaves of genuine gold leaf through water gilding.

Authentic antique examples typically feature hand-carved wood details rather than cast resin, along with iron or brass hinges showing natural patina. Examining the rear panel often reveals hand-sawn timber backing, and the glass may exhibit subtle surface oxidation or foxing.

An antique triptych mirror works exceptionally well positioned atop a sideboard, placed in a light-filled dressing corner, or set as a focal point in a master suite. The warm gold leaf provides a striking counterpoint to contemporary neutral palettes and clean-lined furniture.

Clean the glass using a lightly dampened microfibre cloth, taking care not to let moisture seep into the frame edges. The gilded wooden surface should only be dusted gently with a soft feather duster, avoiding liquids, polishes, or abrasive cleaning agents that could strip the gold leaf.
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