Louis Philippe Arch Top Mirror 19th Century

Name: Louis Philippe Arch Top Mirror
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1209558
Price: 795 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleLouis Philippe
MaterialGiltwood, Glass, Gesso
ColourGold
MotifsRounded upper corners, Beaded inner border, Greek key moulding, Foxed glass plate
SizeH 122 cm (48 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

This 1850 French Louis Philippe mirror is designed with an arch top and rounded upper corners. The wooden frame is finished with a gold colour and features subtly incised Greek key decoration alongside a beaded inner border. Inside the frame sits a glass plate showing signs of foxing. Measuring 122 cm high, 74 cm wide, and 4 cm deep, the piece is well-suited for placement above a mantel in a living room, hallway, or bedroom. Built in the traditional French style, the wall mirror works effectively as a statement decorative piece while retaining its antique character. The giltwood and gesso construction gives it a warm metallic finish that complements both period and contemporary interiors. It hangs securely on a wall to reflect light and create a sense of space in a home.

FAQs

Originating in 19th-century France, Louis Philippe mirrors are defined by rounded upper corners, squared lower corners, and clean, softly curved profiles often rendered in gilded wood or plaster.

These mirrors typically feature hand-carved timber frames, finished with plaster or gesso and covered in real gold leaf gilding, housing silvered or mercury-backed glass plates.

Authentic period examples often display solid timber panel backings on the reverse, slight wear to the gilding showing reddish bole beneath, and natural foxing or oxidisation on the mirror glass.

These mirrors serve as focal points when positioned above a fireplace mantel, mounted in a hallway, or placed above a bedroom console table to balance modern interior architecture with historical texture.

Dust the frame gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding wet cloths or liquid cleaners that can strip gold leaf or damage delicate gesso layers.

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