Pair of antique gilded wooden cornucopias | 49.5 cm
Pair of antique gilded wooden cornucopias | 49.5 cm
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Pair of antique gilded wooden cornucopia mirrors
This pair of antique gilded cornucopia mirrors consists of two coordinated wall mirrors made of wood, characterized by abundant ornamentation that makes the frame just as important as the mirror itself.
Each piece measures 27 x H49.5 cm, a vertical proportion that allows them to be used together or distributed symmetrically on a wall. Their gilded finish, combined with the curves, fretwork, flowers, and plant motifs of the frame, creates light contrasts that vary greatly depending on the viewing angle.
The wood is in good condition, properly preserving the reliefs and the various ornamental finials. The mirrors show small signs of the passage of time, such as spots and surface alterations, which should be taken into account when evaluating an antique piece and can be seen in the photographs themselves.
What is a cornucopia mirror?
In decoration, a cornucopia mirror is commonly referred to as a type of particularly ornamental wall mirror, in which the frame takes center stage through curves, scrolls, plant elements, fretwork, and prominent finials.
In this pair, the ornamentation extends both above and below the glass. The top finial features large botanical forms and open fretwork, while flowers, leaves, and intertwined curves appear around the mirror pane.
Its aesthetic presents a clear Baroque and Rococo inspiration, understood solely as a visual reference; no specific artistic period or particular manufacturer is attributed to the design.
Those looking for other ornamental mirrors can compare these pieces with another gilded wooden cornucopia mirror currently in the Cositas Antiguas catalog, which is considerably larger in dimensions.
A pair designed for wall decoration
One of the main advantages of these cornucopias is precisely that they are preserved as a pair. This allows for the creation of symmetrical compositions that would be difficult to achieve with two antique mirrors acquired independently.
They can be placed, for example, on either side of a console, dresser, painting, doorway, or central element on a wall. They can also be used together in an entryway, living room, bedroom, hallway, or vanity area.
The reflective surface maintains the usual function of a mirror, while the gilded frame turns each piece into a decorative object in its own right. A mirror can also help reflect existing light and create greater visual depth in certain areas of a room.
Within the catalog, they can be conceptually combined with other wooden mirrors, such as the antique gilded carved wooden mirror with crest, which also utilizes gilding and heavy ornamentation on its upper part.
Another larger format alternative is the antique gilded wooden wall mirror, designed to occupy a considerably larger wall area.
To consult more formats, proportions, and finishes, you can also visit the Cositas Antiguas mirror collection.
Technical specifications
- Product: pair of cornucopia mirrors.
- Number of pieces: 2.
- Type: decorative wall mirror.
- Age: antique pieces.
- Frame material: wood.
- Finish: gilded.
- Dimensions: 27 x H49.5 cm each unit.
- Format: vertical.
- Visible decoration: flowers, leaves, curves, scrolls, and fretwork.
- Top finial: highly developed botanical ornamentation.
- Bottom finial: plant motifs.
- Glass: mirror.
- Wood condition: good condition.
- General condition: good condition, with visible signs associated with their age.
- Mirrors: show small spots and visible surface alterations.
- Use: decoration and wall mirror.
Two antique cornucopias to create a symmetrical composition
Although they can be installed separately, their greatest interest lies in keeping and using them as a pair.
Two matching pieces allow for the visual framing of another interior element: a console, a sideboard, a dresser, a painting, or even a door. Their 49.5 cm height offers ornamental presence without occupying an excessively large surface area.
On a dark wall, as shown in the photographs, the gilding especially highlights the reliefs and fretwork areas. On light-colored walls, the effect changes, and the decoration is more integrated, so they can adapt to different decorative approaches.
The condition of the wood is good, and both pieces maintain their complete ornamentation in the provided views. As these are antique mirrors, the signs on the reflective surfaces are part of the current state of the pieces and are shown transparently in the photographs.
Frequently asked questions
Does the price correspond to one or both cornucopias?
The product consists of a pair of two identical cornucopias.
How much does each measure?
Each cornucopia measures 27 x H49.5 cm.
Are they antique?
Yes. They are a pair of antique cornucopias. An exact date is not attributed as it is not confirmed.
What material are the frames made of?
They are made of wood with a gilded finish.
What is their condition?
The wood is in good condition. The mirrors show small spots and visible alterations related to their age, as can be seen in the photographs.
