Archive ID: GLD-038

Parcel-Gilt Architectural Mirror

€325

This heirloom has been acquired and now resides in our Past Lives archive.

Acquired
Antique French painted and parcel-gilt architectural mirror
Close-up detail of the molded cornice and applied golden rosettes
Angled view showcasing the three-dimensional spiral columns
The original primitive wooden backing secured with square-cut iron nails

Details: The untouched reverse featuring antique square-cut iron nails

The Heritage Note

Found near Cardeilhac in the Haute-Garonne, this late 19th-century architectural mirror beautifully captures the spirit of our "Shadow and Gold" autumn curation. Its design takes heavy inspiration from the grand, formal Trumeau mirrors of previous centuries, scaled down to provide a highly versatile, yet commanding interior piece.

The wooden frame boasts a muted, shadowed painted finish serving as the ideal backdrop for the bright parcel-gilt details. Three-dimensional spiral columns border the antique glass, while the upper and lower panels are decorated with classical golden rosettes and formal molded cornices.

Viewing the reverse of the mirror reveals its true age. The primitive wooden backing board remains entirely intact, fastened securely into the frame using authentic 19th-century square-cut iron nails. Standing 54.5 centimeters in height, it adds an instant sense of French architectural history to a hallway, powder room, or eclectic gallery wall.

Provenance & Details

Era Late 19th Century
Origin Cardeilhac Region, France
Material Painted Wood, Gilt Accents, Antique Glass
Dimensions 54.5cm Height x 39cm Width
Condition Gorgeous antique condition. The painted and gilt finish displays historic rubbing and age-appropriate wear. The original backing and mirror glass remain completely intact.

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