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Antique French Silver Gilt Mirror - Mercury Glass
For sale by French Antique Company
for sale €1,041     $1,130
£890
French Antique Company

French Antique Company

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Antique French Silver Gilt Mirror - Mercury Glass

19th century
Description

Stunning large antique French silver gilt mirror in superb condition.

It is from the early 1800s.

It has its lovely real silver gilt (silver

leaf) on gesso frame with no chips. The silver is in a subtle etched leaf design.

It has its beautiful original heavy mercury glass with no scratches, a clear mirror plate and very light foxing in places.

It has all its original backboards.

Physical Dimensions
Height
139cm (54.72")
Width
83cm (32.68")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1240115
Dealers Internal Reference
11275
Dealers Notes

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

Description
Stunning large antique French silver gilt mirror in superb condition.

It is from the early 1800s.

It has its lovely real silver gilt (silver

leaf) on gesso frame with no chips. The silver is in a subtle etched leaf design.

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It has its beautiful original heavy mercury glass with no scratches, a clear mirror plate and very light foxing in places.
French Antique Company

It has all its original backboards.

Height
139cm (54.72")
Width
83cm (32.68")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1240115
Dealers Internal Ref
11275
French Antique Company
French Antique Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Specialising in french antique mirrors and chandeliers.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the French Antique Company Profile Page

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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
Verified Since Oct 2019
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Location: Hove, East Sussex, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
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A tall rectangular antique French mirror featuring rounded top corners and a simple silver gilt frame.
Antique French silver gilt mirror - mercury glass
Ref: SA1240115
A tall rectangular antique French mirror featuring rounded top corners and a simple silver gilt frame.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLouis Philippe
  • MaterialGlass, Wood, Gesso, Silver Leaf
  • ColourAged Silver
  • MotifsRounded top corners, Moulded frame profile, Silver leaf finish, Straight base edge
  • SizeH 139 cm (55 in) x W 83 cm (33 in)

This nineteenth-century Louis Philippe mirror exemplifies classic French chateau style. Constructed from wood and gesso, it carries an aged silver leaf finish with a subtle etched leaf design across its moulded frame profile. The piece displays a rectangular silhouette featuring rounded top corners and a straight base edge, housing its original heavy mercury glass with light foxing. It measures 139 cm high and 83 cm wide. Suitable for placement above the mantel in a living space or bedroom, this mirror functions effectively as a focal point. Its reflective surface and neutral silver colouring brighten interiors while adding historical character to contemporary or traditional rooms.

FAQs

Louis Philippe mirrors originated in France during the mid-19th century, characterised by rounded top corners, squared bottom corners, and a clean moulded frame profile. They frequently feature gold or silver leaf gilding over gesso, offering a balanced aesthetic between classical detail and clean structural lines.

These frames were constructed from solid softwood bases coated with plaster or gesso, which was polished smooth before applying thin sheets of silver leaf. The silver leaf was subsequently toned or sealed to prevent rapid oxidation and create depth.

Authentic period mirrors exhibit natural age-related patination, subtle wear exposing the underlying gesso or clay bole, and original mirror plate showing gentle foxing. The reverse side typically features hand-cut wooden backboards and historic fixing hardware.

A silver gilt mirror acts as a versatile reflective surface that harmonises with both minimalist contemporary decor and traditional interiors. Position it resting on a mantelpiece or mounted above a console table to bounce natural light across the room.

Clean the frame lightly with a dry, soft brush or lint-free cloth, avoiding liquid cleaners which can dissolve gesso and water-gilded surfaces. For the reflective glass, spray cleaner onto a microfibre cloth rather than directly onto the mirror surface to protect the frame edges.
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