Black Forest Carved Mirror 19th Century

Name: Blackforest Carved Framed Mirror
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA961164
Price: 350 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Fontaine Decorative Ltd

Telephone 07855 360 475

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Uplands
Burtons Lane
Wellington Heath
Ledbury
Herefordshire
HR8 1NF
United Kingdom

Under appointment only

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Fontaine Decorative Ltd

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Location: Uplands, Burtons Lane, Wellington Heath, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1NF, United Kingdom, , Under appointment only

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An oval wall mirror framed in dark hand-carved wood featuring a crested eagle with outstretched wings and carved floral embellishments.

Blackforest Carved Framed Mirror

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Originating in Brienz, Switzerland, during the nineteenth century, Black Forest woodcarving became renowned for detailed depictions of flora and fauna. Woodworkers crafted these items for grand residences and tourists travelling through the region.

Artisans primarily used indigenous hardwoods such as lindenwood, lime, walnut, or oak. These light-toned woods were carved by hand and finished with dark stains to highlight intricate relief details.

Authentic pieces display hand-carving marks, naturalistic undercut carving details, and age-consistent oxidisation on the wooden reverse. Original mirror plates often exhibit light desilvered spotting or foxing along the glass edges.

Mounting the mirror against a neutral or deep-toned wall provides contrast that emphasises its sculpted silhouette. It can be hung above a sideboard, fireplace mantel, or within a hallway gallery wall.

Dusting should be conducted using a soft, dry bristle brush to reach inner carved grooves without damaging delicate details. Avoid applying water or abrasive chemical polishes directly to the timber surface.

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Blackforest Carved Framed Mirror