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Antique French Gilt Louis XVI Mirror - Bevelled Glass
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for sale €1,158     $1,257
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French Antique Company

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Antique French Gilt Louis XVI Mirror - Bevelled Glass

19th century
Description

Dimensions:W: 73cm (28.7")H: 176cm (69.3")

This is the perfect dressing room mirror, either to be used as a freestanding leaner mirror or on a wall.

It has its lovely real gilt (gold leaf) on gesso Louis XVI frame with lovely bow and ribbon detail, all in excellent condition with no chips.

It dates from the late 1800s.

It has its original heavy bevelled glass with foxing in one specific area. Otherwise the reflection is completely clear and there are no scratches.

It has all its original backboards.

Physical Dimensions
Height
176cm (69.29")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Declaration

French Antique Company has dated this Louis XVI Gilt Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1239524
Dealers Internal Reference
11253
Dealers Notes

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

Description
Dimensions:W: 73cm (28.7")H: 176cm (69.3")
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This is the perfect dressing room mirror, either to be used as a freestanding leaner mirror or on a wall.
French Antique Company

It has its lovely real gilt (gold leaf) on gesso Louis XVI frame with lovely bow and ribbon detail, all in excellent condition with no chips.

fig 1. A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate.
fig 1. Antique French Gilt Louis XVI Mirror - Bevelled Glass

It dates from the late 1800s.

It has its original heavy bevelled glass with foxing in one specific area. Otherwise the reflection is completely clear and there are no scratches.

It has all its original backboards.

Height
176cm (69.29")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Date of Manufacture

French Antique Company has dated this Louis XVI Gilt Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1239524
Dealers Internal Ref
11253
French Antique Company
French Antique Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Specialising in french antique mirrors and chandeliers.

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A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate.
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Archive I A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate.

Antique French Gilt Louis XVI Mirror - Bevelled Glass

Archive II A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate. View II
Archive III A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate. View III
Archive IV A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate. View IV
Archive V A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate. View V
Archive VI A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate. View VI
Archive VII A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate. View VII
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French Antique Company

French Antique Company
Telephone 07899 864960
Location
Hove
East Sussex
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/frenchantiquecompany
Verified Since Oct 2019
Items For Sale 25
Items Sold 690
French Antique Company
French Antique Company
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Location: Hove, East Sussex, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
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A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate.
Antique French gilt Louis XVI mirror - bevelled glass
Ref: SA1239524
A tall rectangular gold giltwood full-length mirror featuring a carved bow ribbon cresting, beaded inner frame, and bevelled glass plate.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLouis XVI
  • MaterialGilt Wood, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsRibbon cresting, Bevelled edge, Beaded moulding, Corner rosettes
  • SizeH 176 cm (69 in) x W 73 cm (29 in)

This 19th-century French Louis XVI mirror stands 176 cm high and 73 cm wide, functioning either as a freestanding leaner mirror or wall-hung piece. The rectangular wooden frame bears a real gold leaf finish on gesso with a warm gold colour, decorated with a carved bow and ribbon cresting at the top, corner rosettes, and a beaded inner moulding framing the heavy bevelled glass plate. It includes its original backboards and exhibits original foxing in one specific area while the remaining reflection stays completely clear. Placed in an empty corner, dressing room or bedroom today, the full-length mirror provides practical reflection while the classic neoclassical style integrates into traditional or transitional interior schemes. The tall vertical format and architectural ornamentation suit placement against a tall wall or freestanding on the floor to amplify light in a room.

FAQs

Louis XVI style mirrors emerged in France during the late 18th century, drawing inspiration from classical antiquity. They feature symmetrical lines, Neoclassical motifs such as ribbon bows, pearls, and fluting, and gilded wood frames with refined proportions.

These mirrors were crafted from hand-carved pine or lime wood, coated with gesso, and finished using water gilding with gold leaf. The reflective plates were traditionally made with mercury or silvered glass, often incorporating bevelled edges.

Genuine period pieces display age-appropriate wear to the gilding, revealing red or grey clay bole beneath the gold leaf. The backboards typically consist of hand-sawn timber panels, and original glass plates may feature subtle pitting or oxidisation.

A full-length gilt mirror can be leaned against a bedroom or hallway wall to reflect natural light and create a sense of vertical space. Placing it opposite a window highlights architectural features while providing a focal point alongside minimal modern furnishings.

Dust the frame gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush or feather duster, avoiding liquids or chemical solvents which strip delicate gold leaf. Clean the glass plate carefully with a damp lint-free cloth, keeping moisture away from the gilt edges.
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