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French Painted and Partial Gilt Mirror with Textured Molded Frame, Circa 1940
$1,500
£1,143.33
€1,318.71
CA$2,130.45
A$2,289.39
CHF 1,228.39
MX$26,967.63
NOK 15,445.66
SEK 14,109.51
DKK 9,855.50
About the Item
This refined French wall mirror dates to circa 1940 and features a well-proportioned rectangular frame with a clean, architectural profile. The frame is executed in painted wood with parcel-gilt detailing: a softly toned painted ground is accented by gilt highlights along the outer edge and beaded moldings, creating contrast and depth without excessive ornament. A subtly striated texture across the molding adds visual interest and catches the light in a restrained, elegant way.
The design reflects the quiet classicism favored in France in the years surrounding the Second World War, when decoration became more measured and materials were used with discretion. Neither overtly Art Deco nor fully traditional, the mirror sits comfortably between styles, making it especially versatile. Its scale and clarity allow it to function equally well above a console or chest, in an entryway, bedroom, or dressing area, or layered into a composed wall arrangement.
The mirror plate shows light, age-appropriate spotting and surface wear visible in the photographs, consistent with a period example and adding a gentle softness to the reflection. As is common with mirrors of this age, the backing has been replaced, and the hanging wire is new to ensure secure wall mounting.
Elegant, practical, and easy to live with, this circa 1940 French painted and parcel-gilt mirror offers warmth, texture, and subtle historical character without overwhelming an interior.
- Dimensions:Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 21.75 in (55.25 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1940
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Good vintage condition, with minor wear and small losses to the gilt finish consistent with age; light age-related spotting and surface marks to the mirror plate (original or period); later backing; hanging wire replaced.
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:Seller: A 64541stDibs: LU836742938542
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