Mirror - Oak - ornately gilded wood

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Antique Louis-Philippe style wall mirror from France, dating to 1850–1900, with a gilded oak frame featuring intricate floral carvings and cherub-like figures, measuring 92 cm high by 56 cm wide, in excellent condition.

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Magnificent Louis-Philippe style mirror, dating from the first half of the 19th century, featuring a finely carved gilded wooden frame. This mirror, with its generous dimensions of 92 cm in height and 56 cm in width, offers timeless elegance and decorative richness. The frame adorned with floral sculptures and figures of angels or children, typical of the period, gives this piece a unique charm. The wood is oak, popular at the time for its solidity and its ability to support gilding well. The frame features a delicate gilded finish that catches the light and highlights the carved details.

Dimensions:
Total height: 92 cm
Width: 56 cm
The frame of the mirror is embellished with magnificent floral sculptures as well as delicate figures that recall the ornamental art of the Louis-Philippe style. You will notice a subtle presence of angel sculptures and finely chiseled details, giving the piece timeless charm. These sculptural elements add to the elegance and authenticity of this mirror, which could easily become a focal point in any classic or vintage interior. The overall presentation includes rich gilding that has endured through the ages with elegance, while preserving a warm patina that testifies to the age and character of the object. This mirror is a true centerpiece, ideal for antique lovers and refined interior decoration.

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Magnificent Louis-Philippe style mirror, dating from the first half of the 19th century, featuring a finely carved gilded wooden frame. This mirror, with its generous dimensions of 92 cm in height and 56 cm in width, offers timeless elegance and decorative richness. The frame adorned with floral sculptures and figures of angels or children, typical of the period, gives this piece a unique charm. The wood is oak, popular at the time for its solidity and its ability to support gilding well. The frame features a delicate gilded finish that catches the light and highlights the carved details.

Dimensions:
Total height: 92 cm
Width: 56 cm
The frame of the mirror is embellished with magnificent floral sculptures as well as delicate figures that recall the ornamental art of the Louis-Philippe style. You will notice a subtle presence of angel sculptures and finely chiseled details, giving the piece timeless charm. These sculptural elements add to the elegance and authenticity of this mirror, which could easily become a focal point in any classic or vintage interior. The overall presentation includes rich gilding that has endured through the ages with elegance, while preserving a warm patina that testifies to the age and character of the object. This mirror is a true centerpiece, ideal for antique lovers and refined interior decoration.

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Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
10 kg
Wood type
Oak
Style subtype
Louis Philippe
Title additional information
ornately gilded wood
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Wood
Style
Antique
Colour
Gold
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
External height
92 cm
External width
56 cm
Internal height
90 cm
Internal width
54 cm
Depth
20 cm
Diameter
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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