19th Century Napoleon III Black Mirror with Hand-Painted Floral Details

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A little theatrical, a little romantic\. Exactly as a proper napoleon iii period piece should be. This 19th-century french mirror … Read more A little theatrical, a little romantic\. Exactly as a proper napoleon iii period piece should be. This 19th-century french mirror arrives dressed in a deep black frame, delicately adorned with hand-painted floral motifs that feel as though they’ve been scattered there by a patient, poetic hand. The contrast is delicious: dark, moody lacquer meeting soft, almost whispering blooms.

the mirror plate itself is in fine condition, still bright and clear, with some light foxing - a quiet reminder that this piece has already lived a life before entering yours. It is the kind of mirror that doesn’t simply reflect a room, but subtly elevates it. Hung in a hallway, it greets guests with understated drama; placed above a mantel, it becomes the finishing note in a carefully composed interior.

dimensions: h 80 cm x w 59 cm x d 3 cm
materials: glass, wood
provenance: france period: 19th century

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