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Antique French Worn Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror C1800 - Mercury Glass
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Antique French Worn Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror C1800 - Mercury Glass

19th century
Description

Antique French Louis Philippe mirror in excellent condition.

It dates from the early 1800s.

It has its lovely worn gilt and bare gesso frame. The reddish-brown colour is the bole that was always used as a preparation layer underneath the real gilt (gold leaf). Much of the gilt has worn over time to reveal this. There are no chips.

It has its original mercury glass, also in excellent condition with no scratches. Mercury glass was not made after 1840.

It has all its original backboards and a wire ready to be hung.

Physical Dimensions
Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Declaration

French Antique Company has dated this Louis Philippe Gilt Mirror to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1237650
Dealers Internal Reference
11258
Dealers Notes

Delivery £65 to most of mainland UK using a trusted, specialist antiques courier.

Description
Antique French Louis Philippe mirror in excellent condition.

It dates from the early 1800s.

It has its lovely worn gilt and bare gesso frame.

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The reddish-brown colour is the bole that was always used as a preparation layer underneath the real gilt (gold leaf).
French Antique Company

Much of the gilt has worn over time to reveal this. There are no chips.

It has its original mercury glass, also in excellent condition with no scratches. Mercury glass was not made after 1840.

It has all its original backboards and a wire ready to be hung.

Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Date of Manufacture

French Antique Company has dated this Louis Philippe Gilt Mirror to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237650
Dealers Internal Ref
11258
French Antique Company
French Antique Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Specialising in french antique mirrors and chandeliers.

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A French Louis Philippe mirror featuring a rounded-top frame with worn gold leaf finish exposing the red clay bole beneath, holding a mercury glass plate.
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Archive I A French Louis Philippe mirror featuring a rounded-top frame with worn gold leaf finish exposing the red clay bole beneath, holding a mercury glass plate.

Antique French Worn Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror C1800 - Mercury Glass

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East Sussex
United Kingdom

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A French Louis Philippe mirror featuring a rounded-top frame with worn gold leaf finish exposing the red clay bole beneath, holding a mercury glass plate.
Antique French worn gilt Louis Philippe mirror c1800 - mercury glass
Ref: SA1237650
A French Louis Philippe mirror featuring a rounded-top frame with worn gold leaf finish exposing the red clay bole beneath, holding a mercury glass plate.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Louis Philippe
  • MaterialWood, Gesso, Gold Leaf, Glass
  • ColourGilded Gold
  • MotifsRounded upper corners, Beaded inner moulding, Distressed gilding, Red bole undertones
  • SizeH 120 cm (47 in) x W 80 cm (31 in)

This antique French Louis Philippe mirror dates from the early 1800s and exemplifies classic period design with its distinctive rounded upper corners. The wooden frame holds a traditional mercury glass plate, accompanied by original backboards and hanging wire. The surface displays a worn gold leaf finish that allows the reddish-brown gesso preparation layer and bare gesso to show through extensively, alongside a beaded inner moulding. Measuring 120 cm high and 80 cm wide, the piece operates as a substantial statement item within domestic spaces. Placed above a mantelpiece in a living room, hallway or bedroom, the architectural silhouette introduces period character and reflects natural light around the interior. The robust construction allows for secure wall hanging, bringing authentic antique French aesthetics to contemporary homes.

FAQs

Louis Philippe mirrors originated in mid-19th-century France and are identified by their clean rectangular silhouettes with rounded upper corners, moulded frames, and minimal, restrained decoration.

These mirrors were constructed with solid wood frames coated in plaster gesso, smoothed, and painted with red or grey clay bole before gold leafing was applied over the surface.

Authentic mercury glass plates exhibit dark speckled oxidisation, soft greyish undertones, slight surface distortions, and are typically secured with hand-cut pine backboards.

Positioning a Louis Philippe mirror above a fireplace mantel or resting it on a modern console table adds warm metallic texture and historical contrast to contemporary spaces.

Dust giltwood frames using a soft, dry feather duster without liquids, and gently wipe mercury glass using a dry or slightly dampened microfibre cloth to prevent moisture from penetrating the frame edges.
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