Mirror - Wood - H : 95 cm
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Antique wall mirror in carved wood with water gilding, dating to the first half of the 20th century in the Baroque Historicist style, made in France, external dimensions 95 cm high by 56 cm wide (internal 90 x 50 cm), in good condition with patina and minor signs of aging.
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Historical wall mirror with carved crest and water-gilded finish – Baroque tradition, 20th century
Important wall mirror of historical character, made in carved and stuccoed wood, with water gilding, following decorative models of Baroque tradition. The piece presents an elegant vertical format, topped by a richly carved crest with volutes and symmetrical vegetal motifs, a distinctive element of mirrors inspired by late Baroque representation.
The frame is profusely worked, with deep moldings and protruding elements around its entire perimeter, designed to enhance the play of light on the gilding. The quality of the carving and the harmony of the whole recall historicist productions of the 19th century, made according to classical canons and intended for prestigious interiors.
It preserves its antique crystal, with patina, slight waviness and small imperfections typical of the passage of time, features usual and appreciated in original period pieces. The gilding shows natural wear and small local losses, coherent with its age and that reinforce its authenticity.
Period: 20th century
Style: historicist Baroque
Material: carved and stuccoed wood, water gilding
Condition: good, with original patina and signs of age appropriate to the period
Dimensions:
– Height: 96 cm
– Width: 56 cm
Decorative piece of great presence and elegance, ideal for collectors of decorative arts, classical interiors or high-level historical ambience projects.
Historical wall mirror with carved crest and water-gilded finish – Baroque tradition, 20th century
Important wall mirror of historical character, made in carved and stuccoed wood, with water gilding, following decorative models of Baroque tradition. The piece presents an elegant vertical format, topped by a richly carved crest with volutes and symmetrical vegetal motifs, a distinctive element of mirrors inspired by late Baroque representation.
The frame is profusely worked, with deep moldings and protruding elements around its entire perimeter, designed to enhance the play of light on the gilding. The quality of the carving and the harmony of the whole recall historicist productions of the 19th century, made according to classical canons and intended for prestigious interiors.
It preserves its antique crystal, with patina, slight waviness and small imperfections typical of the passage of time, features usual and appreciated in original period pieces. The gilding shows natural wear and small local losses, coherent with its age and that reinforce its authenticity.
Period: 20th century
Style: historicist Baroque
Material: carved and stuccoed wood, water gilding
Condition: good, with original patina and signs of age appropriate to the period
Dimensions:
– Height: 96 cm
– Width: 56 cm
Decorative piece of great presence and elegance, ideal for collectors of decorative arts, classical interiors or high-level historical ambience projects.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Louis XVI Style
Title additional information
H : 95 cm
Country of origin
France
Material
Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
95 cm
External width
56 cm
Internal height
90 cm
Internal width
50 cm
Estimated period
First half of the 20th century
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