{"title":"MIRRORS","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"large-antique-french-mercury-mirror-with-original-gilt-frame-19th-century","title":"Large Antique French Mercury Mirror with Original Gilt Frame – 19th Century","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"c9d9a473-e8a0-44ff-ac31-edc73a67a191\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"427\"\u003eAn exceptional and highly decorative \u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"155\"\u003e19th-century French mercury mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e, retaining its original hand-carved and water-gilded wooden frame. This remarkable piece beautifully showcases more than a century of natural ageing, with a richly patinated gold leaf finish and heavily foxed original mirror plate that gives it an unmistakable character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eThe original mercury glass has developed a dramatic pattern of oxidation over time, creating a unique, almost abstract appearance that simply cannot be replicated. Every imperfection tells part of the mirror's history, making it an authentic statement piece for both classic and contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eThe elegant frame is decorated with finely detailed floral and neoclassical ornaments, typical of French craftsmanship from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eNapoleon III period (circa 1860–1880)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Traces of the original gilding remain beautifully preserved alongside areas of natural wear, adding depth and authenticity rather than detracting from its charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eMirrors of this quality were commonly found in grand Parisian townhouses, hôtels particuliers, elegant boutiques and château interiors. Today they are highly sought after by interior designers for their ability to add warmth, history and atmosphere to modern spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"bpec4l\" data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c4z3cn\" data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 172 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fgc3sl\" data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 69 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19zqy0x\" data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ov184b\" data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eOriginal French mercury mirror\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qbsdwz\" data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eEstimated date: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003ecirca 1860–1880\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gfnvgs\" data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eHand-carved wooden frame with original water gilding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yi6q0f\" data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eOriginal mercury glass with beautiful natural foxing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qi1shu\" data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eRich aged patina with authentic wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l40gsm\" data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003eFine floral and neoclassical decorative carving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"swoz0z\" data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eDimensions: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e172 × 69 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14lw9i1\" data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003eA true one-of-a-kind decorative statement piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"2048\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA rare opportunity to acquire an authentic French antique mirror with outstanding decorative appeal and over 140 years of history. 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