Mirror- Polychrome - Wood - Venetian





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Venetian-style mid‑20th‑century mirror carved in polychrome wood with a craquelé beige finish, rectangular with softly rounded top corners, decorative floral, leaf and bow motifs in muted red, green and gold on a light frame; external 98 cm high by 47 cm wide, internal 70 x 30 cm, made in Italy, model Policromado, in good used condition with minor signs of age and imperfections.
Description from the seller
This mid-20th-century Venetian-style polychrome wooden mirror stands out for its handcrafted character and for the blend of decorative elegance and antique patina that defines traditional pieces of this school.
Structure and finish
The frame is carved in wood with a craquelure finish in beige tones that simulates natural aging and adds depth. The surface shows a hand-applied polychromy, with soft hues that let the wood grain show through and reinforce the sense of noble antiquity.
Ornamental motifs
At the top there is a decorative arrangement formed by flowers, leaves and a central bow. The colors — muted reds, greens and golds — are applied delicately, creating a balanced contrast with the light background of the frame. In the lower area there appears a small floral motif that closes the composition and provides visual harmony.
Form and presence
The mirror adopts a rectangular format with the upper corners gently rounded, a feature typical of Venetian models that seek to soften rigid geometry. The combination of carving, polychromy and aged patina gives it a warm presence and a slightly theatrical touch, capable of standing out in both classical interiors and eclectic environments.
Stylistic context
The mid-20th-century Venetian style revives the region's Baroque and Rococo traditions, reinterpreting them with a lighter and more decorative language. This type of mirrors used to occupy places of honor in foyers or living rooms, functioning as focal pieces that add color, texture and a touch of fantasy.
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Seller's Story
Translated by Google TranslateThis mid-20th-century Venetian-style polychrome wooden mirror stands out for its handcrafted character and for the blend of decorative elegance and antique patina that defines traditional pieces of this school.
Structure and finish
The frame is carved in wood with a craquelure finish in beige tones that simulates natural aging and adds depth. The surface shows a hand-applied polychromy, with soft hues that let the wood grain show through and reinforce the sense of noble antiquity.
Ornamental motifs
At the top there is a decorative arrangement formed by flowers, leaves and a central bow. The colors — muted reds, greens and golds — are applied delicately, creating a balanced contrast with the light background of the frame. In the lower area there appears a small floral motif that closes the composition and provides visual harmony.
Form and presence
The mirror adopts a rectangular format with the upper corners gently rounded, a feature typical of Venetian models that seek to soften rigid geometry. The combination of carving, polychromy and aged patina gives it a warm presence and a slightly theatrical touch, capable of standing out in both classical interiors and eclectic environments.
Stylistic context
The mid-20th-century Venetian style revives the region's Baroque and Rococo traditions, reinterpreting them with a lighter and more decorative language. This type of mirrors used to occupy places of honor in foyers or living rooms, functioning as focal pieces that add color, texture and a touch of fantasy.
Certified shipping and careful packaging.

