French Rococo Carved Wood Mirror.  Hallway mirror in hand carved Rococo style frame with leaf and scroll motif. Top piece detachable. From Alsace-Lorraine.

Overall Size: 44 1/2 x 32 in. 

Top Piece: 8 1/2 x 26 3/4 in. 

Rococo frames, which flourished in 18th-century Europe, are celebrated for their exuberant, asymmetrical designs and ornate decoration. Often made of gilded wood or plaster, they feature intricate motifs such as scrolling acanthus leaves, shells, floral garlands, and playful cherubs, reflecting the lightness, elegance, and whimsy of the Rococo style. Unlike the grandeur and formality of Baroque frames, Rococo frames emphasize fluid curves, delicate details, and a sense of movement, complementing the intimate, decorative paintings they typically surround. Highly decorative yet harmonious, these frames are not just functional borders—they are integral works of art, enhancing the visual impact and ornate charm of the paintings they encase.

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