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French 19th Century Trumeau with Original Mirror Glass
$3,995.0076"H x 48"W x 2.5"D
Dimensions: 76″H x 48″W x 2-1/2″D
This large trumeau mirror is elegant, with minimal carvings. A carved wood crest depicts a torch and quiver of arrows and is a high contrast to the simple blue painted trumeau frame. The original mercury mirror glass is stunning, having crystals all over the mirror and some light foxing. 1800s
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French 19th Century Painted & Giltwood Mantle Mirror
$6,500.0070.88"H x 38.25"W x 2.25"D
Dimensions: 70 ⅞” H x 38 ¼” W x 2 ¼” D
A beautiful gold gilt and carved mantle mirror with original mirror plate hand-crafted in France in the 19th century. This mirror is large, beautiful and dripping with exceptional details. The finely carved frame is stunning with parcel gilt and painted decorative flowered vines embellishing the corners and sides. Showcasing a rich cream paint, the sparkle of gold gilt, and a wonderful patina throughout, this mirror is truly gorgeous. The original mercury glass has some signs of foxing. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a better look at this amazing antique mirror.
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French 19th Century Painted & Gilt Oval Mirror
$4,695.0046.63"H x 32.38"W x 3.13"D
Dimensions: 46 ⅝” H x 32 ⅜” W x 3 ⅛” D
A circa 1840 French Louis XVI style gilt carved wood wall mirror crafted in 19th century France. The original beveled mercury mirror is in great condition and is surrounded by the handsome carved bead border of its cream-painted and water-gilt frame that is heavily carved with Neoclassical designs. Stylistically, the mirror exhibits the refined designs and themes of the Louis XVI period which preferred Greco-Roman imagery over Rococo forms. The mirror with its bell-flowers, trophic crest, tied ribbon, arrows of justice, and flaming torch of truth exhibit perfectly the adornments of the style. The quality gilt has gained a beautiful patina over the decades. Make sure to check out the detailed photos for a closer look at this marvelous mirror.
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French 19th Century Gold Gilt Mirror
$5,400.0063.38"H x 44.75"W x 2.75"D
Dimensions: 63 ⅜” H x 44 ¾” W x 2 ¾” D
A French 19th century gold gilt framed mirror. The original mirror plate is secured in an intricately carved and molded frame on all four sides with repeating designs and floral accents. Some foxing is visible within the mercury mirror plate, adding to its unique charm. The original gilt finish of the frame is nicely worn, giving it great character. This mirror has a beautiful line pattern and gorgeous patina. Sure to impress! Be sure to view the detailed images for a closer look at this lovely antique.
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French 19th Century Silver & Gold Gilt Oval Mirror
$3,995.0045.50"H x 23.13"W x 1"D
Dimensions: 45 ½” H x 23 ⅛” W x 1” D
A regal gold and silver gilt mirror with intricate, carved details at the top and bottom. A splendid set of Ho ho birds top scrolling acanthus leaves on the crown of an elegant oval frame that terminates in a snake emerging from acanthus supports. The Ho ho bird is derived from the mythical Asian version of the phoenix and appears in 19th century decorative arts as a symbol of good luck and good fortune; specifically longevity, fidelity, and wisdom. The decorative elements on this piece give a little lift to its otherwise understated classic design. The original mercury glass is beveled which accentuates the beauty of its oval shape and is still brilliant with just the slightest bit of foxing. The gilt is in excellent antique condition with a gorgeous metallic luster. Be sure to see all the detailed images to get a closer look.
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French Empire Mahogany Mantle Mirror
$3,200.0051"H x 69"W x 6"D
Dimensions: 51”H x 69”W x 6”D
A stately, Empire style mantle mirror from France with some light foxing throughout the original mercury mirror plate. The minimally carved mahogany has gained a fine patina. Bright, cast brass capital and bases adorn the column forms flanking the mirror. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at the fine antique condition.
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French Empire Style Mahogany Dressing Table
$4,995.0062.13"H x 32.50"W x 17.25"D
Dimensions: 62-⅛”H x 32-½”W x 17-¼”D
This exceptional French 19th century Empire mahogany dressing table is complete with its original mercury glass mirror and charcoal and white marble top. The arched mirror displays some deterioration and is framed in a way that beautifully showcases the wood grain. It is supported by columns that are adorned with the bust and feet of a Greco-Roman style female. The apron houses a single lockable drawer with a decorative urn form escutcheon- one key is included. Within the drawer, 5 pre-sectioned spaces provide wonderful organization. Like the mirror supports, the front legs are embellished with ormolu in the figure of a woman, the quintessence of Empire style. A concave shaped lower shelf balances the whole nicely and is comfortable to sit at. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look.
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French Louis Philippe Painted Mirror
$1,995.0058.25"H x 39.50"W x 1.75"D
Dimensions: 58-¼”H x 39-½”W x 1-¾”D
This classically designed Louis Philippe mirror has been recently painted with Farrow & Ball to give it a new life. It retains its original mercury mirror plate and features some authentic degradation while still providing a clear reflection. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at the finish and current condition.
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Dutch 18th Century Trumeau
$4,500.0046.38"H x 37.25"W x 3.50"D
Dimensions: 46-⅜”H x 37-¼”W x 3-½”D
This Dutch trumeau is a fantastic find! Crafted during the 1790’s, it retains its original mercury mirror plate within a perfectly worn, painted frame. A beautiful depiction of a toga-wearing woman floating among the clouds tops the mirror and is flanked by columns. Two tiny hooks are fixed beside the columns, making it doubly functional in any interior. Make sure to look through all of the photographs to get a closer view of the wonderful details throughout this mirror.
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French 19th Century Painted Cafe Mirror
$3,500.0070.75"H x 42.50"W x 1.75"D
Dimensions: 70-¾”H x 42-½”W x 1-¾”D
A massive mirror supported by a molded wood frame with a worn finish. Small, uniform holes found on the frame designate where it was screwed into a wall at one time for support. The original mercury mirror plate shows very minimal signs of wear or deterioration. Make sure to view the detailed images.
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French 19th Century Fruitwood Trumeau
$950.0058.75"H x 21.25"W x 2"D
Dimensions: 58-¾”H x 21-¼”W x 2”D
This attractive fruitwood trumeau was crafted in France, circa 1850. The vibrant patina and inset brass banding beautifully compliment each other. The original mercury mirror plate features some foxing and brilliant sparkles throughout. Perfectly sized, this trumeau is ready to be hung in any space in your home. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look!
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French 19th Century Empire Symmetrical Mirror
$1,895.0052"H x 28.50"W x 2.25"D
Dimensions: 52”H x 28-½”W x 2-¼”D
This beautiful Empire style mirror is dripping with exceptional details. The giltwood frame has a fantastic patina throughout, with spots of French red peaking through. Detailed motifs depicting a crest and lush flowered vines embellish the frames corners and sides. The mirror has its original mercury glass, which has some signs of foxing. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at this amazing mirror!
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French 19th Century Empire Dressing Table
$4,595.0058.38"H x 42"W x 23.38"D
Dimensions: 58-⅜”H x 42”W x 23-⅜”D
Work Surface: 30-⅝”H
Clearance: 23”H
This gorgeous dressing table is the perfect combination of form and function. The whole is made of mahogany and the top is stunning white marble. Complete with its original mercury mirror, you’ll be able to see beautiful foxing. The glass is held by a pivoting oval frame and fixed to flanking obelisks. The single drawer facade features stunning floral ormolu details around the key-hole. One key is included to open the flush drawer and reveals a pre-sectioned interior, making it easier to organize personal items like jewelry or ties. The frieze section is supported by columnar front legs with ormolu capitals and bases, with the whole elevated on bun-feet. Being it was made in the early 1800’s, this dressing table is in excellent antique condition, be sure to view the detailed images.
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French 19th Century Empire-Style Dressing Table
$3,200.0062.38"H x 30.63"W x 20.13"D
Dimensions: 62-⅜”H x 30-⅝”W x 20-⅛”D
This exceptional mahogany dressing table is complete with its original mercury glass pivoting mirror and white marble top. The mirror has foxing and is framed with beautiful mahogany trim with brass ormolu details across the top and bottom. It is supported by mahogany columns that have brass capitals and bases, capped with spherical finials. The surface of the table is white marble that is in superb antique condition. A single lockable drawer is housed in the apron and has a matching ormolu escutcheon plate and is flanked by additional brass ormolu mounts. The frieze section is raised on columnar front legs with ormolu capitals and bases and pilaster-like columns at the back, all resting on a concave plinth base. Table Surface: 29-⅞”H
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Monumental French 19th Century Louis XVI Gold Gilt Mirror
$10,000.00123"H x 76.5"W x 2"D
Dimensions: 123”H x 76-½”W x 2”D
This is a massive French 19th Century mirror from the main hall of the Archbishop Palace Rouen, Normandy, France. This mirror is over 10’ tall and more than 6’ wide. Both the frame and mirror show aging. The original mercury mirror plate has oxidized, creating an undeniable detail in this antique mirror. The lines on this mirror fall where wood support pieces meet on the back of the mirror. We can assume over a period of time, moist air flowing through the spaces behind the mirror caused the mercury to oxidize and flake off the glass.
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French 19th Century Parcel-Giltwood Mirror
$2,400.0030.38"H x 24"W x 2.25"D
Dimensions: 30 3/8″ H x 24″ W x 2 1/4″ D
A lovely giltwood mirror, made in France circa 1850. This rectilinear antique mirror has a thick frame with a unique design that encircles its entirety. The frame was designed with a corkscrewed motif that sees diagonally oriented ribbings continuing around the mirror’s original mercury glass. The glass is in wonderful antique condition, with some foxing present. The frame also has portions painted in a lovely creme color. Both the painted and gilt finishes have aged marvelously, with much of the giltwork’s red clay bole having become exposed from decades of cleaning and feather dustings. The antique’s style and scale make it an ideal vanity or dressing mirror, but it is not limited to those applications. It has a universal appeal that ensures its acceptance in any space.
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French Early 19th Century Painted and Gilt Trumeau
$3,400.0065.5"H x 27.38"W x 2"D
Dimensions: 65 1/2″ H x 27 3/8″ W x 2″ D
An exceptional carved and painted trumeau mirror, circa 1800, France. The antique mirror features a large carved and gilt wreath that is situated in the larger shaped panel above the glass. It consists of carved and blossoming roses on one side, with a laurel branch on the other, meeting in the middle at a carved knotted ribbon with tassels. Below this wonderful work of art is the trumeau’s mirror. The mirror is nearly square, measuring 17”H x 18-½”W, and is framed by carved and gilt trim, worked into twisted ribbon and beaded pearl motifs. The mirror’s mercury glass is original to the antique, and has aged marvelously, with some foxing and sparkles present. A small, carved rectangular panel resides beneath the mirror.
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French 19th Century Louis XVI Oval Giltwood Mirror
$5,500.0060"H x 43"W x 5"D
Dimensions: 60″H x 43″W x 5″D
Fanciful and fun, this 19th century French Louis XVI- style oval gold gilt mirror boasts intricate, carved details from top to bottom. A carved bouquet of flowers and vines crowns the brilliant mirror, with exceptional ribbon details. The original mercury glass contains wonderful sparkles and foxing, and is surrounded by the lusterous gold gilt frame which is embellished with beaded pearl and stylized twisted ribbon/acanthus leaf-motif carvings. The gold gilt is in excellent antique condition with a brilliant metallic luster.
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French 19th Century Giltwood Mantle Mirror
$4,450.0056.25"H x 41.5"W x 2.75"D
Dimensions: 56-1/4″H x 41-1/2″W x 2-3/4″D
A brilliant 19th century gold gilt mantle mirror, made in France circa 1870. The mirror is large and beautiful. The frame is ornamented with bundles of flowers that can be found in its corners and sides. The gilt finish has experienced some loss due to time and hundreds of feather dustings, exposing some of the red bole substratum. Often referred to as “French Red” this facet of gilt mirrors is sought after. The frame is trimmed in a twisted cording motif. The mirror has its original mercury glass, which has some foxing and sparkles galore. The “diamond dust” has become separated from the backing and fallen into the glass. Gravity has situated much of the sparkles along the mirror’s bottom.
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English 19th Century Square-Framed Bullseye Mirror
$1,650.0015"H x 15"W x 1"D
Dimensions: 15″H x 15″W x 1″D
A spectacular English 19th century bullseye mirror, with engraved plate. This wonderful mirror has seven circular convex mirrors, or “bubbles” within the mercury glass plate. The plate also features flowers, leaves, and curled tendrils that have been artfully etched into the glass. The frame is unassuming, made of pine, and has acquired a warm patina over time.
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French 18th Century Louis XV Trumeau
$22,500.00114"H x 47"W x "D
Dimensions: 114″H x 47″W
A large, stunning trumeau dating back to the Louis XV period in France, c. 1760’s. Typical of the period, the trumeau has Rococo style tastefully carved accents which house the double stacked mercury glass mirrors (since glass was unable to be made in large sheets at the time) and a painting featuring a French countryside. The wonderful oil painting shows excellent talent. Most likely this trumeau was a part of a custom wall design or boiserie.
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French 18th Century Louis XV Trumeau
$22,500.00118"H x 50.25"W x "D
Dimensions: 118″H x 50-1/4″W
A large, stunning trumeau dating back to the Louis XV period in France, c. 1760’s. Typical of the period, the trumeau has Rococo style tastefully carved accents which house the double stacked mercury glass mirrors (since glass was unable to be made in large sheets at the time) and a painting featuring a French countryside. The wonderful oil painting shows excellent talent. Most likely this trumeau was a part of a custom wall design or boiserie.
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French 19th Century Giltwood Mirror with Urn
$5,950.0069.625"H x 34.125"W x 4"D
Dimensions: 69-5/8″H x 34-1/8″W x 4″D
French giltwood mirror with urn crest overflowing in fruits and flowers, wonderful pierced decorations. Mercury glass mirror is stacked which is a technique used before the time when a large piece of glass could be made, c. 1840’s.
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French 19th Century Painted and Gilded Trumeau
Original price was: $4,400.00.$2,995.00Current price is: $2,995.00.71"H x 47.75"W x "D
Dimensions: 71″H x 47-3/4″W
French 19th Century trumeau with painted back board and gilt carvings which house the oil painting and old mercury mirror glass, c. 1870’s.
