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Fine Napoleon III Gilded Wall Mirror with Pierced Foliage Crest H166cm
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Fine Napoleon III Gilded Wall Mirror with Pierced Foliage Crest H166cm

19th century
For Sale by Spinka & Co
Description

K0436 An exceptional 19th-century French chateau giltwood pier mirror (circa 1870), distinguished by its elegant, slim proportions.

The frame is finely decorated with etched floral motifs and surmounted by an elaborate, pierced foliage crest at the centre, exemplifying classic French craftsmanship of the Napoleon III era. The mirror retains its original glass plate, which displays a beautifully subtle, authentic foxing that enhances its antique character.

This piece retains its original gilding, glass and original backboards. It is offered in home-ready condition, perfectly combining historic charm with structural integrity. A striking statement piece ideal for a hallway, living room, or bedroom. fitted with wall brackets and ready to place at home. c1870

H65.5" W35.5" D4.5"

H5 ft  5 1⁄2 in W2 ft  11 1⁄2 in

H166cm W90cm D12cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
166cm (65.35")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Spinka & Co has dated this Napoleon III Gilt Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1238528
Dealers Internal Reference
k0436
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Description
K0436 An exceptional 19th-century French chateau giltwood pier mirror (circa 1870), distinguished by its elegant, slim proportions.
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The frame is finely decorated with etched floral motifs and surmounted by an elaborate, pierced foliage crest at the centre, exemplifying classic French craftsmanship of the Napoleon III era.
Spinka & Co

The mirror retains its original glass plate, which displays a beautifully subtle, authentic foxing that enhances its antique character.

fig 1. A tall arched French Napoleon III wall mirror featuring a gilded frame with a carved shell and foliage crest.
fig 1. Fine Napoleon III Gilded Wall Mirror with Pierced Foliage Crest H166cm

This piece retains its original gilding, glass and original backboards. It is offered in home-ready condition, perfectly combining historic charm with structural integrity. A striking statement piece ideal for a hallway, living room, or bedroom. fitted with wall brackets and ready to place at home. c1870

H65.5" W35.5" D4.5"

H5 ft  5 1⁄2 in W2 ft  11 1⁄2 in

H166cm W90cm D12cm

Height
166cm (65.35")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Spinka & Co has dated this Napoleon III Gilt Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1238528
Dealers Internal Ref
k0436
Spinka & Co
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Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019
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A tall arched French Napoleon III wall mirror featuring a gilded frame with a carved shell and foliage crest.
Fine Napoleon III Gilded Wall Mirror with Pierced Foliage Crest h166cm
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNapoleon III
  • MaterialGiltwood, Gesso, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsShell crest, Foliage carving, Arched top, Beaded inner trim
  • SizeH 166 cm (65 in) x W 90 cm (35 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This Napoleon III wall mirror dates from the 19th century and exemplifies the French Chateau style. Constructed from giltwood, gesso and glass, the piece presents a gold finish with etched floral motifs and a beaded inner trim. The arched frame incorporates a carved shell and pierced foliage crest at the top, along with visible foxing on the glass plate and wall mounting brackets attached to the sides. The mirror measures 166 cm high, 90 cm wide, and 12 cm deep. Suitable for interior placement in a hallway, living room, or bedroom, the mirror provides a decorative accent when positioned above a mantel. The piece includes its original backboards and retains its original gilding and glass plate, maintaining structural integrity while displaying authentic period character.

FAQs

Napoleon III mirrors originate from mid-to-late 19th-century France, characterized by eclectic influences blending Neo-Classical and Rococo elements. Common features include arched top profiles, burnished gilding, floral scrollwork, and detailed crestings.

These frames are constructed from pine or lime wood, coated with layers of gesso clay, and finished with gold leaf using traditional water gilding techniques. Mirror plates from this era were originally backed with silver or mercury reflective coatings.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of natural wear where the reddish clay bole shows through worn gold leaf. Glass panels may display light foxing or subtle distortion, and frame joinery often shows age-related expansion lines in the gesso surface.

A large arched mirror is often mounted above a fireplace mantelpiece or positioned above a hallway console table. Placing the piece opposite a window maximizes light reflection and adds visual depth to modern room schemes.

Dust the gilded frame gently using a soft, dry microfibre brush without applying water or chemical cleaners, which dissolve original gesso. Clean glass surfaces carefully with a lightly damp cloth, avoiding moisture contact with the surrounding frame.
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