Mirror - Wood, golden

Golden wood wall mirror with an antique candlestick holder transformed into a lampshade holder – early 20th century\n\nElegant and rare small wall mirror dating from the early years of the 20th century, characterized by a rich gilded wood structure finely worked with scrolls, foliate motifs, and sinuous ornamental elements of Neobaroque and Rococo taste. The frame features a particularly dramatic composition, developed around the central, shaped mirror and culminating above with a prominent decorative element. The gilding, pleasantly marked by time today, preserves warm and deep tones that highlight the relief of the carving and give the entire piece the authentic charm typical of period furnishings.\nWhat makes this piece particularly interesting is the presence, on the lower front, of the original support intended for the candlestick holder. During the 20th century the object was adapted to electric lighting by the insertion of a lamp holder, effectively transforming it into a small wall mirror-lamp. This modification bears witness to the functional transformations undergone by decorative objects with the progressive spread of electric lighting in homes, adding an interesting historical element to its material history.\n\nThe installed electrical system is ancient and must be regarded exclusively as an integral part of the object: it is not currently usable and requires a complete overhaul and upgrading by qualified personnel before any potential connection to the electrical network.\n\nThe mirror measures approximately 41 cm in height, 26 cm in width, and 13 cm in depth.\n\nConditions are consistent with age and use, with patina, minor losses, and signs of time on the gilding that do not compromise the remarkable decorative effect of the whole, but rather emphasize its authentic character.\n\nAn object of great personality, ideal for enriching an entrance hall, a corridor, a bedroom, or a room furnished with both antique and contemporary furniture. Very evocative also when displayed alone on a light-colored wall, where the gilding and the richness of the craftsmanship can become a true focal point of the environment.\n\nInteresting both as a decorative element and as a testament to the evolution of domestic lighting between candlelighting and the electrification of interiors.\n\nAdequate packaging and traceable shipping throughout Europe.