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Antique late C19th French Neo-Renaissance overmantel mirror - Oak
Antique late C19th French Neo-Renaissance overmantel mirror - Oak
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Commanding, architectural, and rich with history, this antique late 19th-century French Neo-Renaissance overmantel mirror is the ultimate statement piece for a modern or traditional interior. Hand-selected and sourced directly from France, it embodies the stately elegance of the Henri II revival style (circa 1880).
Every inch of its solid timber frame tells a story, featuring a deep, time-honored patina that adds instant warmth, soul, and character to any room.
Why You’ll Love It
- Architectural Drama: Crowned with a magnificent top cornice and an intricate, turned-spindle baluster gallery flanked by two elegant urn-shaped finials.
- Masterful Old-World Craftsmanship: Features a deeply carved running gadroon border beneath the mantle, balanced perfectly by elongated, fluted half-columns that frame the glass.
- The Perfect Anchor: Standing at an impressive 146 cm tall, it creates a striking focal point when styled above a fireplace mantel, anchored in a grand hallway, or leaning in a dining room.
Styling Inspiration
Pair this grand French beauty with clean-lined modern furniture to create a high-contrast, curated look, or let it lean against a feature wall to effortlessly double the natural light and perceived depth of your space.
Specifications
- Condition: Excellent antique condition with wear, minor imperfections, and character marks consistent with its 140+ year history.
- Provenance: Sourced in France
- Period: Late 19th Century (Circa 1880)
- Style: Henri II / Neo-Renaissance Revival
- Dimensions: 146 cm (H) x 97 cm (W) x 9.5 cm (D)
Dimensions 146cm hight / 97 large / 9,5 deep
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