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French Charles X Gothic Vanity Mirror and Jewelry Casket, circa 1835
The French Charles X period mirrored vanity box, which …
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French Charles X Gothic Vanity Mirror and Jewelry Casket, circa 1835
The French Charles X period mirrored vanity box, which dates to approximately 1835–1850, showcases remarkable Gothic design, craftsmanship, and architectural refinement. This museum-worthy piece closely relates to an example held in the collection of the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris.
The structure features a dramatically arched Gothic tracery crest with intricate pierced fretwork, pointed finials, and a crowned finial at the apex—symbolic of royalist allegiances in the post-Napoleonic era. Supported by ebonized and gilded turned columns, the circular mirror is framed by a rich ormolu bezel intricately cast with floral ornamentation, suggesting the high-quality metalwork typical of royal or noble commissions.
The base, veneered in finely figured mahogany, houses a single drawer with its original key and working lock, lined for storing jewelry or personal effects. A perimeter of Gothic arcading in ebonized wood surrounds the plinth, echoing the ecclesiastical architecture of the upper frame and unifying the design with remarkable precision.
Dimensions:
Overall: 18” high x 11” wide x 8” deep
Mirror: 5” diameter
Drawer interior: 9.25” wide x 7” deep x 1.5” high
A rare surviving example of French Charles X design at the intersection of romanticism, royalty, and revivalist architecture, this piece offers both historical gravitas and decorative impact.
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- Dimensions
- 11ʺW × 8ʺD × 18ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Fruitwood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good Wear consistent with age and use. The key does not work, its a an antique functional pull key. Good Wear consistent with age and use. The key does not work, its a an antique functional pull key. less
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