France, circa 18th century.
Perfection isn’t particularly interesting. Give me softened gilding, foxed mercury glass, and three centuries of history every. single. time.
Carved during the height of the French Rococo period, the Louis XV mirror is richly ornamented with scrolling foliage and delicate flowers, while the inset panels catch the light just enough to bring warmth and depth. The original mercury plate has aged beautifully over time, creating the softly mottled surface collectors spend years hoping to find.
At 18 inches tall, it’s an incredibly versatile size. Hang it above a powder room sink, layer it into a gallery wall, or let it rest atop a chest or bookshelf where its centuries of patina become part of the composition. It’s the kind of piece that elevates everything around it.
Because every good room needs a past.
France, circa 18th century.
Perfection isn’t particularly interesting. Give me softened gilding, foxed mercury glass, and three centuries of history every. single. time.
Carved during the height of the French Rococo period, the Louis XV mirror is richly ornamented with scrolling foliage and delicate flowers, while the inset panels catch the light just enough to bring warmth and depth. The original mercury plate has aged beautifully over time, creating the softly mottled surface collectors spend years hoping to find.
At 18 inches tall, it’s an incredibly versatile size. Hang it above a powder room sink, layer it into a gallery wall, or let it rest atop a chest or bookshelf where its centuries of patina become part of the composition. It’s the kind of piece that elevates everything around it.
Because every good room needs a past.
Origin: France
Period: Louis XV, circa 1750
Materials: Carved giltwood and inset mercury glass plates.
Condition: Beautiful antique condition with age-appropriate wear to the original gilding and foxing throughout the original mercury mirror plate, consistent with nearly 300 years of age.
Dimensions: 18” height, 16” width, 2” depth
