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Antique French Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror - Mercury Glass
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Antique French Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror - Mercury Glass

19th century
Sold 22 September 2025 · French Antique Company
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Description

Dimensions:W: 85cm (33.5")H: 142cm (55.9")

Antique French Louis Philippe mirror from the early 1800s.

It is in excellent conditon with no chips.

It has gorgeous real gilt (gold leaf) on gesso frame and its original mercury glass. Mercury glass was not made after 1840 and gives a wonderful sparkle like no other glass. The plate has lovely light foxing, which we love as it shows immediately it is antique.

It has a wire ready to be hung.

Physical Dimensions
Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Declaration

French Antique Company has dated this Antique Louis Philippe Mirror to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1161627
Dealers Internal Reference
11051
Dealers Notes

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

Description
Dimensions:W: 85cm (33.5")H: 142cm (55.9")

Antique French Louis Philippe mirror from the early 1800s.

It is in excellent conditon with no chips.

It has gorgeous real gilt (gold leaf) on gesso frame and its original mercury glass. Mercury glass was not made after 1840 and gives a wonderful sparkle like no other glass. The plate has lovely light foxing, which we love as it shows immediately it is antique.

It has a wire ready to be hung.

Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Date of Manufacture

French Antique Company has dated this Antique Louis Philippe Mirror to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161627
Dealers Internal Ref
11051
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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Antique French Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror - Mercury Glass

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French Antique Company

French Antique Company
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East Sussex
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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An upright antique French Louis Philippe mirror with a carved giltwood frame and original mercury glass, leaning against a neutral wall.
Antique French gilt Louis Philippe mirror - mercury glass
Ref: SA1161627
An upright antique French Louis Philippe mirror with a carved giltwood frame and original mercury glass, leaning against a neutral wall.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLouis Philippe
  • MaterialGiltwood, Pine, Mercury Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsRounded top corners, Ogee profile frame, Hand-applied gilding
  • SizeH 142 cm (56 in) x W 85 cm (33 in)

FAQs

Louis Philippe mirrors originated in France during the mid-19th century, characterised by understated elegance, clean architectural lines, rounded upper corners, and subtle neoclassical moulding without the excessive ornamentation of earlier periods.

These frames are typically constructed from softwoods such as pine or oak, coated in gesso, and meticulously hand-gilded with gold leaf. The original glass plates often feature silver-mercury backing, resulting in a distinctive mottled reflection.

Authenticity is indicated by heavy construction, hand-applied gesso and gilding showing natural ageing, backboards secured with old handmade nails or screws, and mercury glass displaying characteristic dark spots, oxidation, and foxing.

An antique gilt mirror works effectively as a focal point when hung above a modern mantelpiece or leaned casually against a living room wall to bounce natural light and create a contrast between historic texture and minimalist decor.

Preserve the frame by avoiding direct sunlight and moisture, dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth, and cleaning the fragile mirror glass with a lint-free cloth without spraying liquid directly onto the edges to prevent moisture seeping into the backing.
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