Antique French Louis XV Gilt Mirror with Floral Crest

Regular price $2,699.00
Antique French Louis XV Gilt Mirror with Floral Crest
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Antique French Louis XV Gilt Mirror with Floral Crest

Description

Graceful, refined, and effortlessly timeless, this antique French Louis XV gilt mirror embodies the romantic elegance of nineteenth-century French design.

Its beautifully sculpted crest features scrolling acanthus foliage intertwined with delicate floral carvings, while the softly arched silhouette creates a graceful profile that instantly draws the eye. Throughout the frame, finely carved botanical details, beaded moldings, and gently flowing curves reflect the exceptional craftsmanship for which French decorative arts are celebrated.

The warm gilt finish has developed a rich patina over time, highlighting the intricate carving and lending the mirror the depth and character that only age can create.

Versatile in both scale and style, this mirror is perfectly suited above a mantel, commode, console, or vanity, while its generous proportions also make it a striking focal point in an entryway, bedroom, or formal living space.

Whether incorporated into a traditional French interior or used as a statement piece in a more modern home, this mirror brings warmth, elegance, and a sense of European history to any room.

Details

Origin: France

Period: Late 19th Century (circa 1860–1890)

Style: Louis XV / Rococo Revival

Materials: Hand-carved wood, gilt finish, mirror glass

Features

  • Elegant Louis XV silhouette
  • Hand-carved floral crest
  • Flowing Rococo scrollwork
  • Warm aged gilt finish
  • Beautiful proportions ideal for mantel or console
  • Exceptional decorative statement piece

Did You Know?

French Louis XV mirrors are celebrated for their fluid, asymmetrical forms inspired by nature. Unlike the more formal geometry of Louis XVI design, Louis XV mirrors embraced graceful curves, scrolling foliage, flowers, and shell motifs—capturing the lighthearted elegance that defined the Rococo period. During the 19th century, French artisans revived these beloved designs, producing beautifully hand-carved mirrors that remain among the most sought-after pieces for both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Dimensions: 38.5"L x 2.5"W x 44.25"H 

Weight: Approx. 40-50 lbs. 

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