French Giltwood Mirror with Foliate and Chain Moulding, Rectangular, Circa 1850

List: $3,600

A French giltwood mirror frame, rectangular in form, featuring a carved foliate motif of acanthus leaves and scrolls. The inner border with ornamentation in a chain pattern; the outer frame with substantial, deeply carved acanthus leaves and convex shape adds a three-dimensional quality making the foliate carvings more pronounced. The mirror retains its original mercury plate with natural patina and wear consistent with age and use. French, circa 1850.

height: 37 in. (94 cm.)
width: 32 in. (81 cm.)
depth: 3 in. (8 cm.)

• Item Number: JG24027500
• Country: France
• Period: Mid 19th Century
• Creation Date: Circa 1850
• Materials: Giltwood, Mercury Glass
• Height: 37 in., 94 cm.
• Length: 32 in., 81 cm.
• Depth: 3 in., 8 cm.
• Condition: Very good
• Wear: Consistent with age and use; mercury plate with evident wear, age, and patina