18th Century French Carved Giltwood Wall Mirror with Original Gold Leaf Paint

Elegant 18th century French mirror in its original carved giltwood frame, richly finished with hand-applied water gold leaf gilding over a traditional red bole ground base. The frame features a deeply carved gadrooned molding with crisp architectural lines, while centuries of gentle wear have allowed the warm red bole to faintly emerge beneath the gold leaf, creating exceptional depth and character. Newer mirror glass. Refined in both scale and craftsmanship, this timeless mirror is equally suited above a mantel, commode or console, bringing warmth and understated elegance to any home interior. From Paris, France.

DETAILS

• Country: France
• Condition: Very Good
• Year: 18th Century
• Dimensions: H 35” x W 29” x D 1.75”