Late 19th Century French Rococo Ormolu Plateau Mirror Tray

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A stunning authentic antique French-style mirrored plateau tray, measuring approximately 10 inches in diameter and 1.5 inches tall. Dating to … Read more A stunning authentic antique French-style mirrored plateau tray, measuring approximately 10 inches in diameter and 1.5 inches tall. Dating to the late 19th to early 20th century during the Victorian French Rococo Revival era, this piece features a beautifully ornate, leaf-scrolled cast metal border elevated on three classic decorative feet.

The heavy structural backing and outer frame carry a rich, historical painted and gilt finish showing authentic hand-brush texturing, accompanied by natural aged surface wear and minor historic paint flaking that confirms its genuine period age. The underside is finished with a fitted historical leather backing showing authentic age wear and character from generations of display use. The original circular mirror plate exhibits heavy, character-rich foxing (natural silver oxidation and speckling across the glass) that proves its true century-old pedigree and provides that sought-after antique desilvering effect. Blending seamlessly into a classic Victorian or a collected, eclectic interior, it is a gorgeous, high-grade display piece for antique perfume bottles, vanity collections, or pillar candles.

Condition:
The frame and painted backing carry a rich, aged period patina with expected minor surface wear and historic paint/gilt flaking from age. The original mirror retains heavy, authentic age foxing and natural desilvering across the glass. The structure remains completely stable and secure on its three feet. See less