Wall mirror - Wood, Glass
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Selected by Annick van Itallie
Graduated in art history with over 25 years' experience in antiques and applied arts appraisal.
Estimate € 180 - € 220
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French Empire-style round convex wall mirror with a 42 cm diameter, a gilded hand-carved wooden frame in gold patina and a ribbed motif, made in France circa 1960–1970, in good condition with minor signs of aging and spots; inner 28 by 28 cm and 4 cm deep.
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Classic French Empire-style Butler's mirror – Gilded hand-carved wood – Convex mirror ("Witch's Eye")
Round convex wall mirror, colloquially known as a "Witch's Eye" or Butler's mirror, rendered in the refined French Empire style and fitted with a bulging (convex) glass panel.
This creates a stunning, panoramic wide-angle effect that immediately adds depth and grandeur to any interior.
This wall mirror is crafted from hand-carved wood. The frame is finished with a warm gold patina and an elegant fluted ray motif (dentil molding).
The wooden frame is in good condition with only minimal, age-appropriate signs of wear (see detail photos).
The mirror glass shows authentic signs of aging in the form of dark, cloudy patches and streaks. This is the result of the natural oxidation of the silver backing (in the antiques world known as "the weathering").
A charming patina that guarantees the originality, soul and historical character of this French piece.
Dimensions
Diameter 42 cm
This lot will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking code.
Classic French Empire-style Butler's mirror – Gilded hand-carved wood – Convex mirror ("Witch's Eye")
Round convex wall mirror, colloquially known as a "Witch's Eye" or Butler's mirror, rendered in the refined French Empire style and fitted with a bulging (convex) glass panel.
This creates a stunning, panoramic wide-angle effect that immediately adds depth and grandeur to any interior.
This wall mirror is crafted from hand-carved wood. The frame is finished with a warm gold patina and an elegant fluted ray motif (dentil molding).
The wooden frame is in good condition with only minimal, age-appropriate signs of wear (see detail photos).
The mirror glass shows authentic signs of aging in the form of dark, cloudy patches and streaks. This is the result of the natural oxidation of the silver backing (in the antiques world known as "the weathering").
A charming patina that guarantees the originality, soul and historical character of this French piece.
Dimensions
Diameter 42 cm
This lot will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking code.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
France
Material
Glass, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
42 cm
External width
42 cm
Internal height
28 cm
Internal width
28 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
