French Giltwood Mirror Napoleon III Second Empire
 
An attractive giltwood mirror from South West France - the design and shape are typical of the region.
 
The mirror has beautiful decoration with swirling acanthus leaves and flowers and it features a well-aged patina.
 
It retains its original back boards and hanging wire.
 
The frame and back boards are in pine and have been treated as a precaution against worm that is long since gone.
 
The mirror plate is of a later date.
 
There are some minor losses of decoration towards the base - please see the photographs.
 
Overall the mirror is in very good condition.
 
Height: 80.5 cm
Width: 59 cm
Depth: 6 cm
 
Circa: 1870