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19th Century French Neoclassical Mirror
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19th Century French Neoclassical Mirror

19th century
For Sale by Beau Nash Bath
Description

This elegant, tall rectangular pier mirror features a refined Neoclassical design with a slim profile. The original molded frame is finished in aged water-gilding over gesso, displaying a warm, soft gold luster with delicate reddish bole showing through along the worn edges.

The original mirror plate exhibits highly desirable antique characteristics, including scattered silvery desilverization, light foxing, and natural age spots concentrated along the lower border—adding genuine historic character and vintage charm. Its narrow proportion makes it ideal as a pier mirror for placement between windows, above a console table, or in an entryway.

Physical Dimensions
Height
137cm (53.94")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Beau Nash Bath has dated this French Neoclassical Gilt Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1237337
Dealers Internal Reference
PP001
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Description
This elegant, tall rectangular pier mirror features a refined Neoclassical design with a slim profile.
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The original molded frame is finished in aged water-gilding over gesso, displaying a warm, soft gold luster with delicate reddish bole showing through along the worn edges.
Beau Nash Bath
fig 1. A tall rectangular 19th-century French Neoclassical wall mirror featuring a narrow gilded wooden frame and aged mirror glass.
fig 1. 19th Century French Neoclassical Mirror

The original mirror plate exhibits highly desirable antique characteristics, including scattered silvery desilverization, light foxing, and natural age spots concentrated along the lower border—adding genuine historic character and vintage charm. Its narrow proportion makes it ideal as a pier mirror for placement between windows, above a console table, or in an entryway.

Height
137cm (53.94")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Beau Nash Bath has dated this French Neoclassical Gilt Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237337
Dealers Internal Ref
PP001
Beau Nash Bath
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A tall rectangular 19th-century French Neoclassical wall mirror featuring a narrow gilded wooden frame and aged mirror glass.
19th century French neoclassical mirror
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A tall rectangular 19th-century French Neoclassical wall mirror featuring a narrow gilded wooden frame and aged mirror glass.
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  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Neoclassical
  • MaterialGiltwood, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsRectangular frame, Gilded moulding, Linear profile, Aged plate glass
  • SizeH 137 cm (54 in) x W 77 cm (30 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This tall rectangular pier mirror originates from the 19th century in the French Neoclassical style. The piece comprises an original molded frame finished in aged water-gilding over gesso with a warm, soft gold luster and delicate reddish bole showing through along the worn edges, encasing an original mirror plate that exhibits scattered silvery desilverization, light foxing, and natural age spots concentrated along the lower border. The overall dimensions measure 137 cm high, 77 cm wide, and 5 cm deep. Suitable for domestic settings today, this mirror functions effectively when placed above a sideboard, between windows, or within an entryway to add practical reflection and historic character to the space. The narrow proportion and linear profile complement traditional or transitional interior schemes while maintaining authentic period presence.

FAQs

French Neoclassical design emerged in the mid-18th century as a return to classical Greek and Roman symmetry, straight lines, and geometric proportions. Mirrors from this era typically feature restrained linear profiles, minimal ornament compared to Rococo styles, and gilded wooden frames.

Frame structures were constructed from carved timber, such as pine or oak, overlaid with gesso and gold leaf gilding. The mirror plates utilised mercury tin amalgam or silvering processes, which created characteristically soft reflections and subtle surface variations over time.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut pine backboards secured with hand-forged nails or sprigs. The glass plate typically demonstrates dark spots or oxidisation known as foxing, while the gesso layer beneath the gold leaf often shows fine hairline cracking termed craquelure.

A tall Neoclassical mirror serves as a focal point when mounted above a fireplace mantelpiece, dining room sideboard, or hallway console table. Its straight lines complement contemporary architecture, while the gilded tone introduces warmth and textural contrast against neutral walls.

Dust the frame regularly with a dry, soft brush, avoiding liquid cleaners or abrasive cloths that can strip the delicate gold leaf. Clean the mirror plate using a microfibre cloth lightly dampened with water or specialized glass cleaner, applying liquid to the cloth rather than directly to the glass to prevent moisture reaching the frame.
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