Antique Large French Giltwood Wall Mirror 18th Century - 171x101cm
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About this item
This is a large impressive antique French Louis XIV carved giltwood and gesso wall mirror, Circa 1760 in date.
The frame is surmounted with an elaborate carved and pierced giltwood central finial with shell anthemion, acanthus leaf, foliage and berries decoration. The rectangular mirror is framed with flowerheads and anthemion and features it's original mirror plate.
The quality and craftsmanship of this stunning piece are absolutely superb.
Add an elegant touch to a special part of your home with this fantastic mirror.
Condition:
In really excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 171 x Width 101 x Depth 15
Dimensions in inches:
Height 5 foot, 7 inches x Width 3 foot, 4 inches x Depth 6 inches
The purpose of gilding is to give the appearance of solid gold, a practice that began over 4,000 years ago in Egypt. Paintings from Egyptian tombs from around 2000 B.C. show workers pounding gold into thin sheets to apply to pieces of furniture and coffins. The Greeks applied gilding to statues in around 400 B.C.E., and gilding techniques have continued to be used in Europe, South America, Spain, Britain and the United States.
During the 18th century, Louis XIV of France flaunted his wealth with gilded furnishings, framed artwork and architectural detailing, marking France as a leader in the decorative arts.
Our reference: A3434
Internal Ref:
A3434
Date of manufacture : 1700
Additional Information
1005103 (AB-182679)
W: 101cm (39.8")H: 171cm (67.3")D: 15cm (5.9")
18th Century, Unknown
London, United Kingdom
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