Louis-Philippe Mantel Mirror with Latticework Frieze — France, Mid-19th Century

A Louis-Philippe period mantel mirror (circa 1850) presenting the characteristic silhouette with rounded upper corners (known as 'shouldered').

The wood and stucco frame is gilded with original gold leaf, presenting a fine patina. This model is distinguished by its main moulding decorated with a frieze of engraved latticework, a classical and restrained motif lending a geometric finesse to the whole. The inner border is emphasised by a row of smooth reeding accentuating the relief of the frame.

The original mercury-glass plate offers that deep lustre characteristic of period mirrors.

The back of the mirror is entirely closed by its original wooden boarding.

The red bole appears in places beneath the gold, attesting to traditional gilding technique.

Fine state of preservation.