Mirror - to drown - Napoleon III Mirror
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Napoleon III period walnut mirror dating from 1850–1900, with a green painted moulded frame and a gilded neo‑Renaissance frieze, original glass showing natural ageing patina, dimensions 70 x 45 cm, weight 7 kg, France origin, in good condition with wear consistent with age and a patina, ready to hang.
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An authentic Napoléon III period mirror, dating from the second half of the 19th century, featuring an elegant moulded walnut frame painted green, enhanced by a gilded decorative frieze inspired by Neo-Renaissance and a gilded inner fillet.
The mirror retains its original antique glass, whose specks and natural wear of the silvering attest to its age and authenticity. These marks of time give it a unique atmosphere and a patina sought after by collectors of antique furniture.
The frame shows a beautiful original patina with light signs of use consistent with its age, not compromising its elegance. The piece is stable and ready to be hung.
Perfect in a classic, eclectic, bohemian or curiosity cabinet style decor, this mirror will add charm and character to any interior.
Specifications:
Dimensions: 70 x 45 cm
Era: Napoléon III, second half of the 19th century
Origin: France
Materials: walnut wood and antique glass
Finish: green paint and gilding
Original glass with natural specks of the silvering
Good overall condition with a beautiful period patina
Mirror restored, back replaced, frame reinforced and some moldings redone and repainted.
Reliable packaging reinforced to 14 kg in total.
An authentic Napoléon III period mirror, dating from the second half of the 19th century, featuring an elegant moulded walnut frame painted green, enhanced by a gilded decorative frieze inspired by Neo-Renaissance and a gilded inner fillet.
The mirror retains its original antique glass, whose specks and natural wear of the silvering attest to its age and authenticity. These marks of time give it a unique atmosphere and a patina sought after by collectors of antique furniture.
The frame shows a beautiful original patina with light signs of use consistent with its age, not compromising its elegance. The piece is stable and ready to be hung.
Perfect in a classic, eclectic, bohemian or curiosity cabinet style decor, this mirror will add charm and character to any interior.
Specifications:
Dimensions: 70 x 45 cm
Era: Napoléon III, second half of the 19th century
Origin: France
Materials: walnut wood and antique glass
Finish: green paint and gilding
Original glass with natural specks of the silvering
Good overall condition with a beautiful period patina
Mirror restored, back replaced, frame reinforced and some moldings redone and repainted.
Reliable packaging reinforced to 14 kg in total.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
7 kg
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Title additional information
Napoleon III Mirror
Country of origin
France
Material
to drown
Style
Antique
Colour
Green
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
70 cm
External width
45 cm
Internal height
70 cm
Internal width
45 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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