Imponente - Wall mirror - Three-Dimensional Concave - Sage Green Lacquer and Gold Trims
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An imposing three‑dimensional concave wooden mirror frame lacquered in sage green with gilded decorative reliefs, made in Italy by Imponente, external 95 × 75 cm with a 7 cm depth, internal 78 × 58 cm, in good used condition with minor signs of age and stains.
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Splendid and imposing 95x75 wooden mirror cabinet with a large multi-level bombé profile, finished in Sage Green, gilded and decorated at the cardinal points.
Dramatic, beautiful in appearance and form, it stands out for its large profile divided over several levels; its greatest merit is the refined lacquer in a sage/olive green gradient, a soft color of Venetian 18th century. The innermost profile, decorated with an embossed molding, is entirely gilded and "antiqued", creating a play of light and shadow that dialogues perfectly with the green lacquer.
On the cross-shaped symmetric mirror, the four beautiful friezes are prominent, applied at the vertical axis and the horizontal one. At the center of each frieze a prestigious composition of acanthus leaves curled, flanked by volutes and shell motifs that arise from a progressive shading blending into the green of the frame and merging with the oval elements of the structure.
The frame features an imposing three-dimensional shaped profile moving from the outside toward the inside. The structure shows a significant bombe that folds into a concave curve (gola), before narrowing toward the mirror. This alternation makes ambient light glide across the sage-green lacquer, creating zones of high brightness on the bulges and soft shadows in the hollows, visually increasing the depth of the mirror on the wall.
The color contrast between the green shade and the brilliance of gold makes this piece an extremely versatile furnishing element, perfect for both classical interiors and spaces with contemporary design. An "architect of space" that elevates the environment with elegance and poetry.
Code 236
Dimensions:
Height 95 cm.
Width 75 cm.
Depth 5 cm.
Front thickness 9 cm
Internal oval light:
Height 78 cm.
Width 58 cm.
It will be shipped carefully packaged and insured.
NB. Since these are antique items, there may be cracks, stains, small missing parts, signs of aging, etc. Please review the photos carefully.
Splendid and imposing 95x75 wooden mirror cabinet with a large multi-level bombé profile, finished in Sage Green, gilded and decorated at the cardinal points.
Dramatic, beautiful in appearance and form, it stands out for its large profile divided over several levels; its greatest merit is the refined lacquer in a sage/olive green gradient, a soft color of Venetian 18th century. The innermost profile, decorated with an embossed molding, is entirely gilded and "antiqued", creating a play of light and shadow that dialogues perfectly with the green lacquer.
On the cross-shaped symmetric mirror, the four beautiful friezes are prominent, applied at the vertical axis and the horizontal one. At the center of each frieze a prestigious composition of acanthus leaves curled, flanked by volutes and shell motifs that arise from a progressive shading blending into the green of the frame and merging with the oval elements of the structure.
The frame features an imposing three-dimensional shaped profile moving from the outside toward the inside. The structure shows a significant bombe that folds into a concave curve (gola), before narrowing toward the mirror. This alternation makes ambient light glide across the sage-green lacquer, creating zones of high brightness on the bulges and soft shadows in the hollows, visually increasing the depth of the mirror on the wall.
The color contrast between the green shade and the brilliance of gold makes this piece an extremely versatile furnishing element, perfect for both classical interiors and spaces with contemporary design. An "architect of space" that elevates the environment with elegance and poetry.
Code 236
Dimensions:
Height 95 cm.
Width 75 cm.
Depth 5 cm.
Front thickness 9 cm
Internal oval light:
Height 78 cm.
Width 58 cm.
It will be shipped carefully packaged and insured.
NB. Since these are antique items, there may be cracks, stains, small missing parts, signs of aging, etc. Please review the photos carefully.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Designer/artist/maker
Imponente
Material
Three-Dimensional Concave - Sage Green Lacquer and Gold Trims
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
95 cm
External width
75 cm
Internal height
78 cm
Internal width
58 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
