19th Century Water-Gilt Swedish Mirror with Original Beveled Glass
Dealer Reference: ISG39
Period: Mid-19th Century
Origin: Sweden
Period: Mid-19th Century
Origin: Sweden
Sale Price: $1,850
Width: 20.5 inches
Height/Length: 4ft. 5 inches
Depth/Diameter: 1.75 inches
Height/Length: 4ft. 5 inches
Depth/Diameter: 1.75 inches
Number of Items Offered: 1
Condition: Excellent
Condition: Excellent
Product Description:
This beautiful Swedish mirror is in the Louis XV style and was created between the 1830s - 1840s. It is hand carved with c-scroll's, acanthus leaves, flowers and scalloped shells. The piece retains its original mercury-glass mirror. The piece is water-gilded in satin and high-polished gold-leaf. The history of Gustavian furniture began in 1771, when the future king of Sweden, Gustav III, returned home to Sweden after an extended stay at the court of Louis XVI at Versailles. The young monarch was highly influenced by the Neoclassical style and sought to recreate it in Sweden. The Gustavian style that evolved is a restrained interpretation of the French Louis XV and Louis XVI style. Initially, Gustavian furniture was reserved for royal palaces. However, the style soon gained popularity with the average citizen. While palaces were graced with gilded furniture, countryside homes were decorated with painted furniture; either white-washed or painted gray or soft cream. The light painted finishes provided a reflective quality that was desired during the long dark winters.
This beautiful Swedish mirror is in the Louis XV style and was created between the 1830s - 1840s. It is hand carved with c-scroll's, acanthus leaves, flowers and scalloped shells. The piece retains its original mercury-glass mirror. The piece is water-gilded in satin and high-polished gold-leaf. The history of Gustavian furniture began in 1771, when the future king of Sweden, Gustav III, returned home to Sweden after an extended stay at the court of Louis XVI at Versailles. The young monarch was highly influenced by the Neoclassical style and sought to recreate it in Sweden. The Gustavian style that evolved is a restrained interpretation of the French Louis XV and Louis XVI style. Initially, Gustavian furniture was reserved for royal palaces. However, the style soon gained popularity with the average citizen. While palaces were graced with gilded furniture, countryside homes were decorated with painted furniture; either white-washed or painted gray or soft cream. The light painted finishes provided a reflective quality that was desired during the long dark winters.
Dealer Information:
Iconic Snob Galeries
2800 S. Dixie Hwy
West Palm Beach, FL, 33405
Phone: 561-832-2801
Email: info@iconicsnobgaleries.com
Iconic Snob Galeries
2800 S. Dixie Hwy
West Palm Beach, FL, 33405
Phone: 561-832-2801
Email: info@iconicsnobgaleries.com