Pair of 19th C. French Louis XVI style Console Mirrors
Melissa Levinson Antiques
SKU: MLA0856
Pair of 19th C. French Louis XVI style Console Mirrors
Melissa Levinson Antiques
SKU: MLA0856
Regular price
$9,500.00
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Mirror Consoles with Carved Garlands France, circa 1880 A rare and elegant pair of tall French Louis XVI-style mirror consoles, richly hand-carved and finished in a soft, timeworn ivory paint with traces of gilt and natural wood peeking through. Each piece combines the functionality of a wall-mounted demilune console with the decorative impact of a full-length mirror, making them ideal for entryways, salons, or flanking fireplaces. The carved frames feature detailed laurel leaf garlands, rosettes, and a dramatic draped ribbon crest at the arched crown—hallmarks of the Louis XVI aesthetic. Below the mirror, each console boasts a carved demilune shelf supported by a central tapered leg, adorned with additional floral and garland carving, and inset with mirror panels that enhance the depth and light. The original mirror plates show attractive foxing and age-related silvering, offering a rich antique character. The back is covered with a traditional linen canvas, fastened with hand-forged upholstery nails, indicative of 19th-century craftsmanship. These pieces were likely crafted for a grand Parisian hôtel particulier and remain both structurally sound and visually captivating. Their slim profile and combined form make them especially rare and desirable as a matched pair.
Dimensions:
Height: 79 in (200.66 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Louis XVI
Materials and Techniques:
Mirror, Paint, Wood
Place of Origin:
France
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
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