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Wall mirror with coat of arms, carved and gilded wood, Napoleon III, circa 1880 – France
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Wall Mirror with Coat of Arms, Carved and Gilded Wood, Napoleon III, circa 1880 – France
Style: Napoleon III
Materials: Carved and gilded wood, mirror
Period: Napoleon III Era (1852 – 1880)
Country of Origin: France
Good condition considering its age and use
Overall Dimensions: 82 x 47 x 7 cm
Spectacular French mirror in the Napoleon III style and period, crafted from carved and gilded wood with fine burnished gold and agate stone. Rectangular profile. At its center rises an exquisite crest or finial adorned with a central coat of arms featuring three rampant lions, framed by scrolls and crowned by a large flower. The rest of the frame is also highly ornamented, with further openwork elements at its base.
This exquisite mirror will bring a refined and elegant style to any space. These mirrors are highly sought after in the art market for their refinement and timeless aesthetic. Suitable for any setting, whether combined with other mirrors or used as a standalone piece, it exudes presence and elegance.
Style and Era: Napoleon III or Second Empire
The Napoleon III or Second Empire style takes its name from the time it originated in France. Strictly speaking, the Second Empire was proclaimed in 1852 and ended in 1870, led by Louis Napoleon Bonaparte as Emperor of the French, although its artistic influence extended for a few more years (until 1880). This style was very popular among the French bourgeoisie. The Emperor himself was involved in the artistic development of the time, though primarily in architecture. However, it is Empress Eugénie who is credited with the evolution of the decorative arts.
Although inspired by past styles, beginning with Classical Antiquity, the Renaissance, and even the Louis XVI style, much beloved by Eugénie, the most representative characteristic of the style is its sumptuousness and ostentation, always aspiring to display wealth and opulence.
It is not a style designed specifically for the Second Empire, but rather a revival of the various great French styles of previous centuries, a kind of compilation of French decorative trends. Special reference is made to Louis XIV, Louis XV, Baroque, and Rococo, and gradually to the eclectic Louis XVI. In short, it incorporates the decorative styles that had positioned France at the forefront of interior design and furniture design in Europe, both for quality and for originality and beauty.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsGoldMaterialWoodNumber of items1Height82 cmWidth47 cmDepth7 cmSigns of usageScratches
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Valladolid, SpainOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 1 sale