French Painted Oval Shaped Mirror W/ Ribbon & Leaves C. 1900

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Ornate French vintage mirror with a distinctive and decorative frame. The mirror is oval-shaped, which adds a classic and elegant … Read more Ornate French vintage mirror with a distinctive and decorative frame. The mirror is oval-shaped, which adds a classic and elegant touch. The frame is made of wood, with a distressed finish that give it a weathered look. The upper part of the frame is adorned with a large, intricately carved bow. The sides and bottom of the frame feature carved floral and leaf motifs, contributing to the mirror's ornate and classical touch.

The painted finish has a two-tone color scheme, with the main body being a light color and the decorative elements like the ribbon and leaves in a darker color.

The design of the mirror has influences from classical and baroque styles, seen in French decorative arts from the 18th and 19th centuries. The use of ornate carvings, especially the ribbon and floral motifs, aligns with the aesthetics of those periods. See less