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Antique French Gilt Mirror
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Antique French Gilt Mirror

19th century
Sold 3 December 2024 · French Antique Company
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Description

Dimensions:W: 74cm (29.1")H: 133cm (52.4")

Stunning 19th century French gilt mirror in exceptional condition.

It dates from the late 1800s.

It has gorgeous ornate gesso detail to its four corners with no chips.

It has its original glass with no scratches.

It has all its original backboards.

It could be hung portrait or landscape.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
133cm (52.36")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1104639
Dealers Internal Reference
10953
Dealers Notes

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

Description
Dimensions:W: 74cm (29.1")H: 133cm (52.4")

Stunning 19th century French gilt mirror in exceptional condition.

It dates from the late 1800s.

It has gorgeous ornate gesso detail to its four corners with no chips.

It has its original glass with no scratches.

It has all its original backboards.

It could be hung portrait or landscape.

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
133cm (52.36")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1104639
Dealers Internal Ref
10953
French Antique Company
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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Archive I A large rectangular antique mirror featuring an ornate gilded wooden frame with carved corner rosettes and reeded details. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Hove
East Sussex
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Verified Since Oct 2019
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A large rectangular antique mirror featuring an ornate gilded wooden frame with carved corner rosettes and reeded details.
Antique French gilt mirror
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A large rectangular antique mirror featuring an ornate gilded wooden frame with carved corner rosettes and reeded details.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Chateau
  • MaterialWood, Gesso, Gold Leaf, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsCorner rosettes, Reeded moulding, Carved scrolling
  • SizeH 133 cm (52 in) x W 74 cm (29 in)

French antique mirrors often feature gilded wooden frames, intricate carved details such as floral motifs or corner rosettes, and classical proportions designed to reflect light and enhance interior spaces.

Traditional frames are constructed from carved wood, gesso, and bole, finished with gold leaf applied by hand using water gilding or oil gilding techniques, often accompanied by original mercury glass.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit age-related characteristics such as foxing and oxidisation on the mirror plate, hand-carved joinery at the frame corners, and aged patination on the gilding.

Placing a large gilded mirror leaning against a living room wall adds verticality and reflects natural light, creating a sophisticated contrast between contemporary minimalist furnishings and historical craftsmanship.

Gilded surfaces are fragile and should be dusted gently with a soft, dry brush or microfiber cloth, avoiding liquid cleaners, harsh chemicals, and direct exposure to intense sunlight.
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