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Description

Stunning 19th century French gilt Louis Philippe mirror in excellent condition.

It dates from the early 1800s.

It has its original lovely real gilt (gold leaf) on gesso frame with a very subltle etched floral design.

It has its original exceptionally heavy glass with no scratches.

It has all its backboards.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions

Height

97cm (38.19")

Width

63cm (24.80")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1198104

Dealers Internal Reference

11154

Dealers Notes

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

Description

Stunning 19th century French gilt Louis Philippe mirror in excellent condition.

It dates from the early 1800s.

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It has its original lovely real gilt (gold leaf) on gesso frame with a very subltle etched floral design.

French Antique Company

It has its original exceptionally heavy glass with no scratches.

It has all its backboards.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions

Height

97cm (38.19")

Width

63cm (24.80")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1198104

Dealers Internal Ref

11154

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 Provincial
MaterialWood, Gesso, Gold Leaf, Glass
ColourGold
MotifsRounded top corners, Beaded inner moulding, Gilded finish, Linear carved details
SizeH 97 cm (38 in) x W 63 cm (25 in)

FAQs

French gilt mirrors are characterised by wooden frames coated in gold leaf or gilt gesso, often featuring classical motifs, curved crests, and elaborate ornamentation originating from periods like Louis XV and Louis XVI.

Authentic pieces typically utilise a carved wooden base, often pine or oak, layered with gesso and bole before the application of delicate gold leaf, complemented by mercury glass or early silvered mirror plates.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the hand-carved details, the presence of foxing or oxidisation on the glass plate, traditional joinery at the frame corners, and the composition of the gesso layer underneath the gold.

Placing a large gilt mirror leaning casually against a wall introduces reflective light and architectural depth, contrasting effectively against minimalist or contemporary backdrops.

Preservation requires avoiding direct sunlight, maintaining stable humidity levels to prevent wood movement, and cleaning the glass gently with a soft microfibre cloth without using harsh chemical sprays near the gilded surface.