Mirror - Wood - Ancient Italian mirror

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Antique Italian mirror from the late 19th/early 20th century, in a hand-carved wooden frame with rich floral and rocaille motifs in the Louis XV style; original mercury glass with oxidation, black spots and veiling giving a warm, well-used patina; the gold leaf is worn to reveal the red bole; some restoration to the corners and minor missing carvings do not detract from its majestic presence; external dimensions 75 cm high by 60 cm wide.

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Antique Italian mirror from the late 19th-early 20th century, in a hand-carved wooden frame with rich floral and rocaille motifs in Louis XV style.
The original gold leaf is worn away by time, allowing the red bole to emerge and creating a warm and deeply lived-in patina.
The plate is original mercury, with widespread oxidations, black spots and veils that give a fascinating and unique “fog” effect.
Some small restorations to the frame (visible in the corners) and slight missing carvings do not compromise its majestic presence.
A statement piece, perfect for those who love the atmosphere of old family homes or want a mirror that truly tells a hundred years of history.

Antique Italian mirror from the late 19th-early 20th century, in a hand-carved wooden frame with rich floral and rocaille motifs in Louis XV style.
The original gold leaf is worn away by time, allowing the red bole to emerge and creating a warm and deeply lived-in patina.
The plate is original mercury, with widespread oxidations, black spots and veils that give a fascinating and unique “fog” effect.
Some small restorations to the frame (visible in the corners) and slight missing carvings do not compromise its majestic presence.
A statement piece, perfect for those who love the atmosphere of old family homes or want a mirror that truly tells a hundred years of history.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Ancient Italian mirror
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
External height
75 cm
External width
60 cm
Internal height
65 cm
Internal width
50 cm
Estimated Period
1920-1930
ItalyVerified
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Objects sold
94.12%
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