A beautifully sculptural antique French faux bamboo mirror dating to the late 19th to early 20th century, sourced in France and rich with old-world character. Crafted from turned wood carved to imitate bamboo, this petite wall mirror features elegant intersecting corner details and a warm reddish-brown patina developed over more than a century. The piece retains its thick original antique mirror plate with age spotting and foxing, creating a soft, beautifully timeworn reflection full of depth and authentic antique character.
Originally created during the height of the Napoleon III and Belle Époque fascination with Asian-inspired decorative arts, faux bamboo furniture and mirrors became beloved in French interiors for their refined yet naturalistic elegance. This piece beautifully embodies that timeless aesthetic.
It’s compact scale makes it perfect for layering into a gallery wall, styling above a console, or adding warmth and history to a powder room, entryway, or bedroom.
A soulful and highly collectible decorative object with a quietly architectural silhouette.
DIMENSIONS
Total Height: 42.5 cm / 16.7” inches
Total Width: 36.5 cm / 14.4” inches
Total Depth: 3.5 cm / 1.4” inches
Mirror Height: 22 cm / 8.7” inches
Mirror Width: 16.5 cm / 6.5” inches
Weight: 1.25 kg / 2.75 lbs
DETAILS
Antique French faux bamboo wall mirror
Circa 1890–1910
Turned and carved wood frame
Thick original antique mirror plate with age spotting and foxing
Sourced in France
CONDITION
Beautiful antique condition consistent with age and use. Light surface wear, patina, oxidation, and age-related foxing to the mirror glass add to its authentic antique character.
A beautifully sculptural antique French faux bamboo mirror dating to the late 19th to early 20th century, sourced in France and rich with old-world character. Crafted from turned wood carved to imitate bamboo, this petite wall mirror features elegant intersecting corner details and a warm reddish-brown patina developed over more than a century. The piece retains its thick original antique mirror plate with age spotting and foxing, creating a soft, beautifully timeworn reflection full of depth and authentic antique character.
Originally created during the height of the Napoleon III and Belle Époque fascination with Asian-inspired decorative arts, faux bamboo furniture and mirrors became beloved in French interiors for their refined yet naturalistic elegance. This piece beautifully embodies that timeless aesthetic.
It’s compact scale makes it perfect for layering into a gallery wall, styling above a console, or adding warmth and history to a powder room, entryway, or bedroom.
A soulful and highly collectible decorative object with a quietly architectural silhouette.
DIMENSIONS
Total Height: 42.5 cm / 16.7” inches
Total Width: 36.5 cm / 14.4” inches
Total Depth: 3.5 cm / 1.4” inches
Mirror Height: 22 cm / 8.7” inches
Mirror Width: 16.5 cm / 6.5” inches
Weight: 1.25 kg / 2.75 lbs
DETAILS
Antique French faux bamboo wall mirror
Circa 1890–1910
Turned and carved wood frame
Thick original antique mirror plate with age spotting and foxing
Sourced in France
CONDITION
Beautiful antique condition consistent with age and use. Light surface wear, patina, oxidation, and age-related foxing to the mirror glass add to its authentic antique character.
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