A luxurious antique pair of mirrors from the 19th century

Gilded carved wooden frames made of pine with an impressive pattern of rolled leaves, which unfold around the main rectangular frame, edged with carved and gilded beads. In good condition, despite old restorations due to the delicacy of the structure. The frames house two 18th-century mercury mirrors. Northern Italy, 1800.

These antique frames are hand-carved and decorated with acanthus leaves and scrolls, featuring a deep upper section and a lighter, perforated decoration at the bottom. The central part of the safety strip is rectangular, bordered with a carved bead. The delicate frames are gilded and in good condition. The photos show traces of old restorations, one bent attachment, and minimal gilding repairs, visible in the gallery. These small, antique Italian mirrors, due to their size, can be hung on the wall or used as decorative furniture accents. They originate from a private collection in northern Italy from the early 19th century.

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Original Empire-style furniture dates from the late 18th to early 19th century. It originated during Napoleon’s reign, emphasizing strong similarities and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

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