This second-hand wood and gilded mirror adds a refined country touch, with its patterned frame and delicately beveled edges. Its well-designed glass catches the light and enlivens an entryway as well as a bedroom, while remaining understated in its finishes. The presence of wood interacts with natural materials, an antique bench, a woven rug, or a weathered console, for a warm composition. Above a dresser or leaning against a wall, it emphasizes a curated and measured decoration. As a second-hand piece, it carries the memory of its history: some traces of time. Length: 62 cm Width: 2 cm Height: 83.5 cm A brief history of the Louis Philippe mirror At that time, the mirrors of great monarchs were recognizable by their cornices laden with decorations. But during the reign of Louis-Philippe, a bourgeois style developed, less concerned with originality and more with comfort. Louis-Philippe mirrors aimed to be more sober and streamlined. Unlike those of previous eras, the wood is no longer carved but molded and coated with a glue-based primer. The top of the mirror's frame is rounded, shaped like a gendarme's hat. For decoration, beads or acanthus leaves at the bottom underscore the cornice with a gilded effect that brightens everything up. Large mirrors placed over mantels introduce clarity and perspective into living spaces.