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Large Antique French Louis XVI Mirror - Foxed Glass
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Large Antique French Louis XVI Mirror - Foxed Glass

19th century
Sold 14 May 2025 · French Antique Company
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Description

Dimensions:W: 87cm (34.3")H: 160cm (63")

Antique French Louis XVI mirror.

It dates from around 1880.

It has its original gesso frame and large ornate crest, all in very good condition.

It has its original very heavily foxed glass and a backboard.

Can be painted off white. Please enquire.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
160cm (62.99")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1140566
Dealers Internal Reference
11024
Dealers Notes

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

Description
Dimensions:W: 87cm (34.3")H: 160cm (63")

Antique French Louis XVI mirror.

It dates from around 1880.

It has its original gesso frame and large ornate crest, all in very good condition.

It has its original very heavily foxed glass and a backboard.

Can be painted off white. Please enquire.

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
160cm (62.99")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1140566
Dealers Internal Ref
11024
French Antique Company
French Antique Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Specialising in french antique mirrors and chandeliers.

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An upright antique mirror featuring a dark painted wooden frame with carved floral cresting at the top and heavily foxed, oxidized glass. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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French Antique Company

French Antique Company
Telephone 07899 864960
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Hove
East Sussex
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/frenchantiquecompany
Verified Since Oct 2019
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An upright antique mirror featuring a dark painted wooden frame with carved floral cresting at the top and heavily foxed, oxidized glass.
Large antique French Louis XVI mirror - foxed glass
Ref: SA1140566
An upright antique mirror featuring a dark painted wooden frame with carved floral cresting at the top and heavily foxed, oxidized glass.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Chateau
  • MaterialWood, Glass
  • ColourGrey
  • MotifsBeaded moulding, Floral cresting, Foxed glass, Rectangular frame
  • SizeH 160 cm (63 in) x W 87 cm (34 in)

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The Louis XVI style emerged in France during the late 18th century, marked by a return to classical straight lines, symmetry, and architectural motifs inspired by Greco-Roman discoveries, contrasting with the preceding ornate Rococo period.

Authentic period pieces were typically constructed from carved hardwoods such as oak or pine, featuring hand-applied gesso and paint finishes, and fitted with mercury or silver-backed glass plates.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the joinery, the presence of hand-carved details, the type of backboards used, and the natural foxing, oxidation, and imperfections in the vintage glass.

Placing a large antique mirror leaning casually against a wall introduces architectural depth, texture, and a sense of historic contrast to minimalist or modern spaces.

Preservation requires avoiding harsh chemical cleaners on both the painted frame and the delicate foxed glass, maintaining stable humidity levels, and dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth.
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