Mirror - Bronze - Cornucopia

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Antique gilded bronze wall mirror in a Louis XVI style with a cornucopia top, measuring 90 cm external height by 50 cm external width (80 cm internal height by 40 cm internal width), originating from France and dated to 1930–1940, in good used condition with minor signs of wear.

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This mirror from the first half of the 20th century is made of gilded bronze, with a structure that follows the Louis XVI style, reinterpreted in a decorative manner for classic interiors of the past century. Its vertical shape and cut-out outline are framed within a cornucopia, a term that in this context refers to an ornamental mirror with a prominent top finial, designed to be hung in salons, reception rooms, or formal bedrooms.

The frame features rich ornamentation of floral motifs, symmetrical scrollwork, and neoclassical elements, such as the central botanical motif at the top, flanked by volutes and garlands. At the bottom, a floral medallion surrounded by ascending curves is visible, visually balancing the composition. These details evoke a taste for symmetry, restrained elegance, and inspiration from classical antiquity, characteristic of the Louis XVI style.

The execution in cast and gilded bronze, along with the relief work, suggests a high-quality production, possibly originating from specialized workshops in decorative furniture between 1920 and 1940. This type of mirror not only served a practical function but also acted as a focal piece in decoration, reflecting light and visually enlarging the space.

Its design makes it a collectible object appreciated for its balance between classicism and sculptural presence, ideal for interiors that value tradition and refinement.

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This mirror from the first half of the 20th century is made of gilded bronze, with a structure that follows the Louis XVI style, reinterpreted in a decorative manner for classic interiors of the past century. Its vertical shape and cut-out outline are framed within a cornucopia, a term that in this context refers to an ornamental mirror with a prominent top finial, designed to be hung in salons, reception rooms, or formal bedrooms.

The frame features rich ornamentation of floral motifs, symmetrical scrollwork, and neoclassical elements, such as the central botanical motif at the top, flanked by volutes and garlands. At the bottom, a floral medallion surrounded by ascending curves is visible, visually balancing the composition. These details evoke a taste for symmetry, restrained elegance, and inspiration from classical antiquity, characteristic of the Louis XVI style.

The execution in cast and gilded bronze, along with the relief work, suggests a high-quality production, possibly originating from specialized workshops in decorative furniture between 1920 and 1940. This type of mirror not only served a practical function but also acted as a focal piece in decoration, reflecting light and visually enlarging the space.

Its design makes it a collectible object appreciated for its balance between classicism and sculptural presence, ideal for interiors that value tradition and refinement.

Certified shipping and good packaging.

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Details

Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Louis XVI
Title additional information
Cornucopia
Country of Origin
France
Material
Bronze
Style
Antique
Colour
Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
90 cm
External width
50 cm
Internal height
80 cm
Internal width
40 cm
Estimated Period
1930-1940
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Objects sold
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