{"product_id":"c-1870-1885-napoleon-iii-french-ormolu-opaline-vanity-mirror-paris-13in","title":"c.1870–1885 Napoleon III French Ormolu Opaline Vanity Mirror, Paris, 13in","description":"\u003cp\u003eExceptional French Napoleon III vanity mirror dating from circa 1870–1885, crafted in Paris during the height of the Second Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis luxurious toilette de dame piece features finely cast and fire-gilded ormolu bronze columns, laurel wreaths and pineapple finials, supporting an elegant oval mirror framed by rare cobalt blue and amber layered glass. The base is made from thick white opaline glass, a material reserved for the finest 19th century French dressing table sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe original 19th century silvered mirror plate remains intact, showing authentic age-related oxidation and patina that confirms its period and originality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuch mirrors were created for the most refined Parisian interiors and were part of complete dressing table ensembles for aristocratic ladies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Paris, France\u003cbr\u003e• Date: Napoleon III, c.1870–1885\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Fire-gilded bronze (ormolu), opaline glass, layered colored glass, original silvered mirror\u003cbr\u003e• Dimensions: Overall height: 33cm \/ 13in; Width: 27cm \/ 10.6in; Depth: 11cm \/ 4.3in; Mirror plate: 20cm x 17cm \/ 7.9in x 6.7in\u003cbr\u003e• Condition: Very good original antique condition. The ormolu retains its original gilding with gentle wear and warm patina. The opaline base and colored glass borders are intact. The mirror is original to the piece and shows natural 19th century oxidation spots and light surface marks, consistent with age and authenticity.\u003cbr\u003e(The photographs form an integral part of the description.)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LÜRON – The Fine Antique House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61705560457546,"sku":"LU-00044","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/5879\/7130\/files\/il_fullxfull.7646834483_c2rp.jpg?v=1777102146","url":"https:\/\/luronart.com\/products\/c-1870-1885-napoleon-iii-french-ormolu-opaline-vanity-mirror-paris-13in","provider":"LÜRON","version":"1.0","type":"link"}