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French Massive Napoleon III Giltwood Oval Mirror

Offered by: Fireside Antiques

Description
A lavish and intricately carved French 19th Century Napoleon III style giltwood oval mirror. This amazing mirror hand-crafted in France during the reign of Napoleon III has a highly decorative oval frame that is truly dazzling. Richly embellished with finely carved neoclassical designs, a circling egg and dart pattern, scrolling acanthus leaves, and floral motifs, the oval frame also showcases thick and remarkably intact giltwork. The antique mirror glass is in excellent condition and shimmers next to the rich patinated gold leaf finish throughout the frame. Small cracks in the wood can be seen on the interior of the frame. Be sure to view all the images to get a closer look at the details and current condition of this incredible mirror.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Giltwood
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1852-1870
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Napoleon
Dealer Reference #:	3457-23
Incollect Reference #:	663959

Dimensions

W.	42 in;	H.	46 in;	D.	3.5 in;
W.	106.68 cm;	H.	116.84 cm;	D.	8.89 cm;

Message from Seller:

Laura Roland and her mother Susan travel to France, England and Italy in search of one-of-a-kind 18th, 19th and 20th century antique and vintage furniture and accessories. They have built many wonderful European contacts, ship 40 ft containers and do full restoration at their 18,000 sqft showroom in Baton Rouge, LA. Fireside Antiques has been a family-owned business since 1982