Overmantel mirror - Wood - Louis Philippe mirror

The frame is made of gilded wood on a stucco (gesso) ground, with floral decorations on the broad sides and a fine twisted rope edge along the outer rim. Around the glass runs a refined leaf-motif border.

The original mirror glass shows clear foxing — the characteristic dark spots created by the oxidation of the historic mercury layer on the back. This is a highly sought-after feature among lovers of authentic antiques and confirms the piece's age.

Condition: in the corners there are hairline cracks visible in the gesso layer (see detail photos), in keeping with the piece's age. No recent restorations. Otherwise in original, unrestored condition.