French 19th Century Gold Gilt Mirror
$3,300.00
SKU: 4184-24
Dimension: 58.38"H x 39.50"W x 2.25"D
Dimensions: 58 ⅜ ” H x 39 ½ ” W x 2 ¼ ” D
This French mirror of the 19th century offers wonderful scale and style to fit nearly anywhere – the symmetrical frame may be mounted to the wall horizontally or vertically. Within the mottled gold gilt and red bole molding, an original mirror glass plate reveals a friendly apparition among the expected foxing otherwise the reflection is still clear to illuminate the room. Please view the detailed images to see more of this intriguing mirror.
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Dimensions: 58 ⅜ ” H x 39 ½ ” W x 2 ¼ ” D
This French mirror of the 19th century offers wonderful scale and style to fit nearly anywhere – the symmetrical frame may be mounted to the wall horizontally or vertically. Within the mottled gold gilt and red bole molding, an original mirror glass plate reveals a friendly apparition among the expected foxing otherwise the reflection is still clear to illuminate the room. Please view the detailed images to see more of this intriguing mirror.
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Additional information
| Dimensions | 2.25 × 39.50 × 58.38 in |
|---|---|
| Age | Antique / Vintage |
| Condition | Good |
| Date of Manufacture | Circa 1800’s |
| Materials | Gilt, Mirror, Giltwood, Hand-Carved, Hand-Crafted |
| Period | |
| Place of Origin | |
| Style |
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