Specification WALWOO3388 · SIMPLE
Specifications
| Dimensions | N/A |
|---|---|
| Weight | 4 kg |
| Materials | Solid Wood, Brass |
| Country of Origin | Egypt |
| Design Style | Louis XV Rococo |
| Ideal Placement | Living Room, Bedroom, Hallway, Reception, Library |
| Delivery Time | 30-45 Days |
| Handcrafted | Yes — by Egyptian artisans |
| Customizable | Yes — contact us for custom orders |
Description
Design & Inspiration
There are mirrors that reflect a room, and there are mirrors that redefine it. This Louis XV Rococo pier mirror — standing 190cm tall and stretching 120cm wide — belongs firmly to the second category. The moment it takes its place on a wall, the room orients itself around it. The gilded frame radiates warmth across every surface, and the triple-panel composition — two narrow flanking mirror strips flanking a broad central plate — creates a visual architecture that transforms even a plain hallway into a formal reception passage.
Materials & Craftsmanship
Faithfully reproduced in the tradition of the great Parisian menuisiers of the Louis XV period (1730–1770), this mirror is hand-carved from Romanian solid redwood, kiln-dried to below 10% humidity for dimensional stability. The carved details — asymmetric C-scrolls cascading down the stiles, delicate floral garlands clustered at the lower rail, and a dramatic pierced cartouche crest with scrolling acanthus — are executed in the high-relief style characteristic of the French Rococo atelier. The entire frame is finished in an antiqued gold leaf treatment that deepens in the recesses and catches light on the raised carvings, a deliberate contrast that gives the piece its three-dimensional vitality. Each mirror plate is clear glass set within shaped rebates that follow the frame's curved architecture.
Dimensions & Details
At 190cm height and 120cm width, this piece commands a full wall presence without overwhelming a standard room. The proportions are calibrated for placement above a console table in an entry hall, flanking a fireplace, or as the terminal feature of a reception corridor. The three-panel mirror composition — a design device perfected in 18th-century Parisian hôtels particuliers — multiplies light and creates layered reflections that animate the space. The projecting shelf-like ledge at the base of the crest panel is a hallmark of the trumeau tradition, providing visual separation between the decorative panel and the mirror plate below.
Handcrafted in Egypt
Every element of this mirror is produced by hand in our Cairo atelier, where craftsmen trained in the traditions of classical European woodcarving shape each detail with chisels and gouges before gilding. The carving is not applied decoration — it emerges from the solid wood frame, ensuring that every scroll and garland is structurally part of the piece. Brass & Wood's commitment to material integrity means the redwood core will hold its form through decades of changing humidity, while the antiqued gold finish is sealed to resist fading. This is a piece that improves with age, as the gilding acquires the subtle tonal depth of a well-maintained period frame.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is this mirror made from?
The frame is hand-carved from Romanian solid redwood (below 10% humidity) and finished with an antiqued gold leaf treatment over a gesso ground. The mirror plates are clear glass set within shaped rebates in the frame. Resin composition elements are used for the finest filigree details in the crest carving.
Is assembly required?
Minimal assembly is required — the mirror ships in protective packaging and requires only wall-mounting hardware installation. Detailed instructions and mounting templates are included.
Can this mirror be customized?
Yes. We offer customization in frame finish color, mirror plate tinting (clear, antique, or bronze-tinted glass), and overall dimensions. Contact our atelier for bespoke commission details.
