"Very Large Antique Floor Standing Mirror, Gold Leaf, Mercury Ice, 135 X 213 Cm"
Beautiful presence for this large Louis XV style mirror, from the Napoleon III period, base molding with ogee and row of large pearls, dominated by an imposing turbulent central shell, enriched with beautiful scrolls and falling flowers on its shoulders where rest on either side a beautiful bird. finish, original gold leaf, patinated by time on its uprights to its glowing base. Discreet restoration and gilding in 24 carat gold leaf in places. Magnificent glittery mercury looking glass. original background. Reference: Jean de la Fontaine