French Bleached Faux Bamboo Mirror with Angled Corner Details, circa 1900
$495
French Bleached Faux Bamboo Mirror with Angled Corner Details, circa 1900
$495
A French faux bamboo mirror dating to circa 1900, featuring a bleached and lightly distressed finish that gives the piece a soft, sun-washed character. The frame is composed of bamboo-form rails accented by turned nodes and distinctive angled corner terminals, creating an architectural silhouette with subtle sculptural presence.
Originally inspired by the popularity of bamboo furnishings and Japonisme during the late 19th century, faux bamboo mirrors such as this became favored decorative accents in both refined city interiors and more relaxed country houses. The lighter finish gives this example a particularly versatile look, allowing it to work comfortably in traditional, coastal, rustic, or layered eclectic interiors.
The mirror retains visible age and patina throughout the surface, with darker undertones and areas of wear enhancing the texture and character of the faux bamboo detailing. Its compact proportions make it easy to place in a powder room, hallway, bedroom, or grouped wall arrangement.
The reverse shows an older backing board and hanging wire. A charming and decorative circa 1900 French mirror with strong form and beautifully aged surface character.
Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
Width: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)
Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
SKU: A 6764
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