Antique Italian 19th Century Renaissance Beech Lime Washed Circular Oval Portrait Hanging Wall Mirror (Circa 1870)

Summary:

• Item: Italian Wall Mirror
• Circa: 1870
• Provenance: Italy
• Wood: Satin Beech
• Renaissance influence
• Floral carved crest
• Draped foliate garlands
• Original bevelled mirror
• Floral beaded frame
• Original backboard
• Set within a rectangular frame
• Fluted reeded columns
• Sturdy hanging brackets & new rope
• Classic Renaissance style
• Very pretty design
• Original polish & patination
• Excellent condition
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns policy

Description:

This is a fine quality antique Italian wall mirror, with a Renaissance influence, set within a fine quality decoratively floral carved beech fame, incorporating a bevelled mirror, circa 1870, in excellent condition.  The original bevelled glass mirror, which shows minor signs of foxing in places, is set within a moulded and beaded frame, flanked by splayed fluted columns, set up on acanthus leave lintel, with ball finials.  The Italian wall mirror boasts a finely carved floral crest, containing draped foliate garlands, and further delicate foliate carving around the panelled base of the oval mirror.

The back of the mirror retains its original backboard, with new sturdy metal hanging brackets and rope.  This Italian wall mirror is in excellent overall condition and is ready to be hung in the home.

This Italian wall mirror is a fine practical piece of furniture; its size, not being overly large or small, is such that it would be well suited in a wide variety of spaces. The Renaissance mirror would look superb in several rooms from the hallway to the bedroom. The Italian mirror would certainly grace any traditional or contemporary home and is a great investment, as it is extremely functional. So, don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.

Condition Report:

This is a fine quality antique Italian wall mirror, with a Renaissance influence, set within a fine quality decoratively floral carved beech fame, incorporating a bevelled mirror, circa 1870, in excellent condition.  The mirror has been adapted from a dressing table into a wall mirror.  There are nominal old use marks to the beech frame, but nothing significant considering the age of the item.  The foliate carvings are intact and in excellent condition.  The mirror retains its original bevelled glass, which is in excellent original condition, considering its age.  The mirror retains its original glass, which is in good overall condition, with signs of foxing and other marks (please see photos). “Foxing” is a term used to describe silvering in antique mirrors that has deteriorated and turned misty, or appears to have tarnished in areas.  Light “foxing” serves to demonstrate the pleasing patina of age.  The back of the mirror retains its original backboard, with a replacement metal hanging brackets and strong rope (for safety reasons).  This Italian wall mirror is well constructed, solid in joint and ready to be used.

History of Italian Furniture:

Traditional Italian furniture has been celebrated and cherished for thousands upon thousands of years. Italian furniture design is well-loved for its mixture of craftsmanship and style. The 1700 and 1800s is when Italian furniture broke from the rest of Europe. Other countries were entering their own decadent periods. The French were just beginning the Rococo stage. Italian artisans were simplifying, however, while everyone else got fancier.  Italian furniture makers traded in elaborate scrolling for simpler geometric shapes during this era. Vibrant colours were replaced by more neutral palettes.  This simplification wouldn’t last, though. The 19th Century brought a revival of Gothic and Rococo styles to Italian designers. The styles favoured during the Italian Renaissance made a comeback during the 1800s, as well.

Source: https://www.michelangelodesigns.com/evolution-of-traditional-italian-furniture-design/#:~:text=Italian%20furniture%20from%20the%20Renaissance,to%20a%20whole%20new%20level.

Dimensions:

External Height = 142.3cm / 56”/ 4ft 8”
External Width = 72.5cm / 28½”/ 2ft 4½”
External Depth = 6.5cm / 2½”
Mirror Height = 120cm / 47¼”/ 3ft 11¼”
Mirror Width = 54.5cm / 21½”/ 1ft 9½”

Terms & Conditions:

Before you purchase this item, please ensure you have read and are in agreement with our Terms & Conditions of Sale. If you have any questions regarding our Terms & Conditions of Sale, please contact us to discuss them, before purchasing this item.

Ref. 80622