Mirror - Gilt wood
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Description from the seller
Wall mirror in gold-toned wood with gold leaf, Louis-Philippe style
Louis-Philippe mirrors were particularly popular in France during the reign of Louis-Philippe I (1830-1848) and continued to be produced throughout the 19th century. Characterized by carved and gilded wood frames with gold leaf, these mirrors typically feature chamfered or rounded upper corners and linear geometric decorations. The gold leaf gilding technique gave the mirrors a luxurious, reflective appearance, making them coveted decorative elements in bourgeois homes of the era.
These mirrors are highly valued by French antique collectors and by enthusiasts of period furnishings for their timeless elegance and craftsmanship. The Louis Philippe mirror market remains active, with particular interest from interior designers seeking authentic pieces for restoration projects or to add a touch of classical refinement to contemporary spaces. Their versatility makes them suitable both as fireplace mirrors and as decorative wall elements in living rooms, bedrooms, or hallways.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
Translated by Google TranslateWall mirror in gold-toned wood with gold leaf, Louis-Philippe style
Louis-Philippe mirrors were particularly popular in France during the reign of Louis-Philippe I (1830-1848) and continued to be produced throughout the 19th century. Characterized by carved and gilded wood frames with gold leaf, these mirrors typically feature chamfered or rounded upper corners and linear geometric decorations. The gold leaf gilding technique gave the mirrors a luxurious, reflective appearance, making them coveted decorative elements in bourgeois homes of the era.
These mirrors are highly valued by French antique collectors and by enthusiasts of period furnishings for their timeless elegance and craftsmanship. The Louis Philippe mirror market remains active, with particular interest from interior designers seeking authentic pieces for restoration projects or to add a touch of classical refinement to contemporary spaces. Their versatility makes them suitable both as fireplace mirrors and as decorative wall elements in living rooms, bedrooms, or hallways.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
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Era
1400-1900
Weight
9 kg
Style subtype
Louis Philippe
Wood type
Gilt wood
Country of origin
France
Material
Glass, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
93 cm
External width
70 cm
Internal height
87 cm
Internal width
63 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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