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French 19th Century Empire Gilt Mirror
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Description
Lily of the valley, a flower with a long history and sentimental importance, particularly in France, decorates the central row of molding in this Empire-period mirror. The gilt wood mirror frame is clean and neat, the floral and foliate carvings are narrative elements that convey a worldly aesthetic. Punctuating the original mirror plate is speckled foxing in an attractive pattern. View the detailed images.
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More Information
Origin: France Period: 19th Century Materials: Gilt, Mirror, Giltwood, Hand-Carved, Hand-Crafted Condition: Good. Styles / Movements: Traditional, Empire Dealer Reference #: 4155-24 Incollect Reference #: 751430 -
Dimensions
W. 35.25 in; H. 47 in; D. 2.25 in; W. 89.54 cm; H. 119.38 cm; D. 5.72 cm;
Message from Seller:
Laura Roland and her mother Susan travel to France, England and Italy in search of one-of-a-kind 18th, 19th and 20th century antique and vintage furniture and accessories. They have built many wonderful European contacts, ship 40 ft containers and do full restoration at their 18,000 sqft showroom in Baton Rouge, LA. Fireside Antiques has been a family-owned business since 1982