Sold 14 January 2025 · French Antique Company

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Description

Dimensions:W: 90cm (35.4")H: 150cm (59.1")

19th century French gesso mirror.

It has been painted in an off white and lightly distressed.

It has its beautiful ornate crest and original heavily foxed glass in very good condition.

It has all its original backboards.

Date of Manufacture

French Antique Company has dated this French Painted Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

150cm (59.06")

Width

90cm (35.43")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1104365

Dealers Internal Reference

10956

Dealers Notes

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

Description

Dimensions:W: 90cm (35.4")H: 150cm (59.1")

19th century French gesso mirror.

It has been painted in an off white and lightly distressed.

It has its beautiful ornate crest and original heavily foxed glass in very good condition.

It has all its original backboards.

Date of Manufacture

French Antique Company has dated this French Painted Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

150cm (59.06")

Width

90cm (35.43")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1104365

Dealers Internal Ref

10956

About the Dealer

French Antique Company

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Specialising in french antique mirrors and chandeliers.

Dealer Profile

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

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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

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleFrench Chateau
MaterialWood, Glass, Gesso
ColourWhite
MotifsCarved crest, Distressed finish, Scrolled woodwork, Beveled glass
SizeH 150 cm (59 in) x W 90 cm (35 in)

FAQs

French painted and gilt mirrors gained prominence during the 17th and 18th centuries, evolving through periods like Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI, where elaborate carved wood frames became symbols of status and refined interior design.

Authentic period pieces typically feature hand-carved wooden frames made from softwoods or hardwoods, finished with gesso and layered paint or leaf, holding mercury glass or early silvered glass plates secured with wooden backs.

Key indicators of age include foxing, oxidisation, and dark spots on the mirror plate, hand-beveled edges, old handmade joinery in the frame, and historical backing materials such as thick pine boards or hand-beaten fixings.

An antique mirror creates a striking focal point when hung above a modern mantelpiece, sink vanity, or console table, contrasting ornate historical craftsmanship with contemporary minimalist surroundings.

Clean the glass gently using a soft microfibre cloth and a neutral cleaner, avoiding harsh chemicals that could damage the aged silvering, and keep the piece away from direct sunlight and excessive moisture.