Invite elegance into your home with this antique mirror, transformed from a wooden door. Its refined silhouette and deep hues bring a touch of character to any room, while offering a warm and inviting reflection. Ideal for visually enlarging the space, this mirror blends equally well with classic and contemporary atmospheres. A few traces of time bear witness to its history and authenticity.
Length: 53 cm
Width: 2.5 cm
Height: 132 cm
A brief history of the Louis Philippe mirror
At the time, the mirrors of great monarchs were recognizable by their cornices laden with decorations. But during the reign of Louis-Philippe, a bourgeois style developed, less concerned with originality than with comfort. Louis-Philippe mirrors were therefore more sober and refined. Unlike mirrors from previous eras, the wood was no longer carved, but molded and coated with a glue primer. The top of the mirror frame was rounded, in the shape of a gendarme's hat. For decoration, pearls or acanthus leaves at the bottom highlighted the cornice with a gilded effect using gold leaf that illuminated the whole. Large mirrors installed over fireplaces brought clarity and perspective to living rooms.
