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17th Century Gold Leaf Carved Wood and Mercury Mirror, circa 1600
$6,500
£4,982.72
€5,703.13
CA$9,284.98
A$10,182.77
CHF 5,273.96
MX$122,354
NOK 66,411.72
SEK 62,329.29
DKK 42,607.70
About the Item
Exceptional 17th-Century French Louis XIV Silver-Gilt Mirror
A masterwork of the French ornamental arts, this rare 17th-century carved oak mirror exemplifies the grandeur and refinement of the Louis XIV period. Originating from the golden age of Versailles, the frame is richly embellished with à la Berain motifs—an intricate ornamental style inspired by Jean Berain, the celebrated designer whose work defined the visual language of the Sun King's court.
The surface is finished in luminous silver and gold leaf gilding, gracefully worn to reveal the warm, reddish-brown bole beneath—a traditional gilder's clay that imparts depth, warmth, and authenticity to the patina. This nuanced aging enhances the mirror's sculptural presence and speaks to centuries of preservation. Most remarkably, the piece retains its original mercury glass mirror insert, a rare survival that underscores its provenance and historical integrity.
Elegant, architectonic, and steeped in royal heritage, this mirror offers a commanding focal point for any distinguished private interior—whether anchoring a salon with period authenticity or introducing a layer of aristocratic sophistication to a contemporary setting.
Dimensions: 21.63 in high (55 cm) by 18.13 in wide (46 cm) by 2.38 in deep (6 cm).
Reference: frames of the 17th Century period were constructed using a distinctive "key" assembly technique, wherein oak wood elements were carved and secured by perpendicular wood keys.
The patina, known as hare dress, is naturally aged and intentionally uneven—typically dark brown or beige—adding to the mirror's tactile authenticity and visual depth.
Traces of non-mechanical tools further affirm the mirror's hand-carved origins and unique provenance.
- Creator:Travail Francais (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 21.63 in (54.95 cm)Width: 18.13 in (46.06 cm)Depth: 2.38 in (6.05 cm)
- Style:Louis XIV (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:17th Century
- Condition:Please remember that this mirror is approximately 400 years old, but in good condition considering its age. It is an original mercury mirror with tarnishing, a missing gesso on the wood edges, and a crack in gesso on two corner edges.
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:Seller: 8A013CFADAJ1stDibs: LU1632243964322
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