French Faux Bamboo Wall Mirror – Circa 1910
CHF 145
A French wall mirror from the early 20th century, with a warm faux-bamboo wooden frame and original mirror glass. The frame is made from turned wood shaped to imitate bamboo canes, a decorative style closely associated with Chinoiserie and Japonisme influences around 1900.
The warm brown wood finish allows the grain to remain visible, while fine gold-toned accent lines at the bamboo nodes highlight the structure of the frame. The result is decorative but not overly ornate: light, architectural and quietly playful.
The mirror plate is original and retains a clear usable reflection, with light age-related silvering and surface marks consistent with its age. This gives the piece an authentic antique character without reducing its decorative presence.
Period / Dating: c. 1910 / early 20th century
Style Category: Antique — Pre-1910 / Art Nouveau & Chinoiserie influence
Origin: France
Maker / Designer / Design Context: Unsigned. Typical of French decorative wooden mirror frames in faux-bamboo style, influenced by Chinoiserie and Japonisme taste around 1900.
Material: Turned wood with warm brown wood stain and gold-toned accent lines; original mirror glass; wooden back panel
Construction: Rectangular wall mirror with faux-bamboo frame, shaped corner elements and original hanging fittings
Colour: Warm brown / oak-toned wood finish, gold-toned accent lines, original mirror glass
Condition: Good antique condition with stable patina and age-appropriate wear. The wooden frame shows minor surface wear, rubbing and natural patina consistent with age. The original mirror glass remains clear and usable, with light age-related marks / silvering. No cracks to the mirror glass noted.
Measurements: 67 × 55 cm
