French Mirror, Lacquered Black And Gilded With Gold Leaf, Late 19th Century, 95 X 71 Cm

An elegant French rectangular mirror with rounded upper corners, crafted from black-lacquered wood and decorated with gold leaf. The frame, with a generous profile (approximately 8.3 cm), is embellished with a refined inner band featuring a pattern of gilded beads that lends depth and balance to the piece as a whole.The combination of the glossy black lacquer and the gilded surfaces—now pleasantly weathered by time—evokes the French decorative style of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, making the piece particularly versatile in both classic and contemporary settings.The mirror is made of original silver and exhibits slight, widespread oxidation, a sign of its authenticity and the natural passage of time, without compromising its functionality or the clarity of the reflection.The gilding shows normal signs of wear and slight abrasions consistent with the object’s age, while the lacquer has been retouched in some areas in the past to even out small chips and ensure a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. The back and mounting hardware have been replaced more recently.A mirror with a sober and elegant character, capable of enhancing entryways, living rooms, bedrooms, or formal spaces thanks to its balanced proportions and sophisticated combination of gold and black. Dimensions: 95 x 71 cm Condition: good overall condition. Normal signs of aging, wear on the gilding, slight oxidation on the mirror; back and hardware replaced. For further information, photos, or technical details, please do not hesitate to contact us. Worldwide shipping available with professional packaging.