With its gilded resin frame, this second-hand mirror adds a Louis-Philippe and country touch to an entryway or bedroom. Its intricate molding elegantly frames the glass and creates a decorative piece that captures light without ostentation. Placed above a console, dresser, or in a hallway, it interacts with natural materials and patinated furniture. Paired with a ceramic vase and a few flowers, it creates a refined and warm scene. As a second-hand item, it carries the memory of its history, including some traces of time. Length: 60 cm Width: 2 cm Height: 89.5 cm A brief history of the Louis Philippe mirror At the time, the mirrors of great monarchs were recognizable by their cornices laden with decorations. However, during Louis-Philippe's reign, a bourgeois style developed, less concerned with originality than with comfort. Louis-Philippe mirrors were intended to be more understated and streamlined. Unlike mirrors from previous eras, the wood is no longer carved but 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 outline the cornice with a gilded effect that illuminates the whole. Large mirrors placed on fireplaces bring clarity and perspective to living spaces.