This fireplace mirror exudes a classic charm, balancing a countryside spirit with the refinement of the Second Empire. Its frame, with rounded upper corners, known as a gendarme's hat, is highlighted by a beaded inner frieze that showcases a meticulous decorative presence. The gilding easily complements a salon with soft tones, a stone fireplace mantel, or a patinated console in an entryway. Tall and slender, it adorns the wall elegantly while bringing light to the room. Above an antique fireplace, it can be accompanied by brass candlesticks and a vase of dried flowers. As a second-hand piece, it bears the marks of its history: nails, puncture marks, oxidation of tin/silvering, a slight line of parquetry or joinery at the center of the back. Width: 110 cm Depth: 6 cm Height: 165 cm A brief history of the Louis Philippe mirror: At that time, the mirrors of great monarchs were distinguishable by their cornices laden with decorations. However, during the reign of Louis-Philippe, a bourgeois style developed, less concerned with originality than with comfort. Louis-Philippe mirrors aimed to be more sober and streamlined. Unlike mirrors from previous eras, the wood is no longer sculpted but instead molded and coated with a glue-based primer. The top of the mirror's frame is rounded, in the shape of a gendarme's hat. For decoration, beads or acanthus leaves at the bottom highlight the cornice with a gold leaf effect that brightens the whole piece. The large mirrors placed over fireplaces bring clarity and perspective to living spaces.