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Circa 1850 Napoleon III Giltwood Cushion Mirror from France

$4,800
£3,624.77
€4,150.03
CA$6,778.85
A$7,400.89
CHF 3,879.98
MX$89,886.62
NOK 48,454.66
SEK 45,754.12
DKK 30,975.52

About the Item

More information coming soon… From the period of Napoleon III (circa 1850), this French giltwood mirror has a parcloses form, with four smaller mirrors surrounding the main mirror. Also referred to as a cushion mirror, the large mirror is separated by a border of beading. The smaller mirrors are divided by musical trophies set at an angle. Topped by a beautiful crown consisting of two birds perched on a trophy of a quiver of arrows and a torch, all surrounded by flowering margents.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 50.625 in (128.59 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: A previous owner added wooden feet to the verso. These can be removed if hung on a wall. There is an eyelet on the verso, but we recommend using additional hanging methods. Repaired: Evidence of old touch-ups. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good antique condition. Old touch-ups. Minor nicks and losses, revealing red bole (desired). Light desilvering to glass, most noticeably the main mirror (also desired). Back eyelet. Previous owner added “feet” to back, but these can removed.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 225-171stDibs: LU906346688922

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