With its golden wood and Louis Philippe style, this second-hand mirror adds a refined country touch to the home. Its wooden frame discreetly highlights the mirror, allowing light to shine through, making it ideal for dressing an entrance wall or complementing a fireplace mantel. The golden motif easily harmonizes with linen, light patinas, or a few antique pieces, in a restrained vintage spirit. It willingly hangs above a console, accompanied by a ceramic vase and some books. As a second-hand object, it carries the marks of its past: a few signs of wear. Length: 39 cm Width: 4 cm Height: 51 cm A brief history of the Louis Philippe mirror At that time, the mirrors of great monarchs were recognizable by their cornices overloaded with decorations. However, during Louis-Philippe's reign, a more bourgeois style developed, less concerned with originality and more with comfort. Louis-Philippe mirrors were designed to be more sober and streamlined. Unlike mirrors from previous periods, the wood is no longer sculpted, but instead molded and coated with a glue primer. The top of the mirror frame is rounded, resembling a gendarme's hat. For decoration, beads or acanthus leaves at the lower part highlight the cornice with a golden effect that brightens the entire piece. Large mirrors placed over fireplaces bring clarity and perspective to living spaces.