Mirror - Gilt wood - Gorgeous wedding mirror
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Louis XVI antique mirror in gilded wood, dating to the late 19th century, with overall measurements of 99 × 62.5 × 4 cm.
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Stunning Louis XVI-era marriage mirror, carved wood and gold leaf gilding.
The pierced pediment features a finely carved composition: a laurel crown framing an architectural scene, enhanced by a relief bird perched on an altar, a symbol of peace and harmony. The whole is enriched by two elegant acanthus leaf arabesques punctuated by stylized flowers.
The side uprights are adorned with laurel leaves ending in pompons, while acanthus leaves unfold in the lower part of the frame, reinforcing the decorative balance.
The frame is outlined by a beaded frieze and regular moldings characteristic of the Louis XVI style, resting on its original small feet.
The mirror has preserved its antique mercury glass, showing slight pitting and alterations of the backing, witnesses to its authenticity and age.
Condition: generally good, with wear and small losses to the gilding, in keeping with age.
Period: late 18th century (Louis XVI)
Materials: carved wood, gold leaf gilding, mercury mirror
Origin: France
Dimensions: 99 x 62.5 x 4 cm
Deliveries limited to Europe.
Stunning Louis XVI-era marriage mirror, carved wood and gold leaf gilding.
The pierced pediment features a finely carved composition: a laurel crown framing an architectural scene, enhanced by a relief bird perched on an altar, a symbol of peace and harmony. The whole is enriched by two elegant acanthus leaf arabesques punctuated by stylized flowers.
The side uprights are adorned with laurel leaves ending in pompons, while acanthus leaves unfold in the lower part of the frame, reinforcing the decorative balance.
The frame is outlined by a beaded frieze and regular moldings characteristic of the Louis XVI style, resting on its original small feet.
The mirror has preserved its antique mercury glass, showing slight pitting and alterations of the backing, witnesses to its authenticity and age.
Condition: generally good, with wear and small losses to the gilding, in keeping with age.
Period: late 18th century (Louis XVI)
Materials: carved wood, gold leaf gilding, mercury mirror
Origin: France
Dimensions: 99 x 62.5 x 4 cm
Deliveries limited to Europe.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
5 g
Style subtype
Louis XVI
Wood type
Gilt wood
Over 200 years old
Yes
Title additional information
Gorgeous wedding mirror
Country of origin
France
Material
Wood
Style
Antique
Colour
Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
99 cm
External width
62.5 cm
Internal height
55 cm
Internal width
42 cm
Estimated period
late 19th century
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