#Antique french country decor full

In our back entry, a room most people would call the mudroom, I was careful to keep the same general design styling as seen throughout the house. Here’s a bit of a closeup detailing the stunning work at the top of the mirror.

#Antique french country decor full

To see the full view, you can visit this post: A French Country Living Room This piece sets the tone for the room making it very French and leading the way for the aubussons placed around it. The aged patina of the piece underscores its authenticity and contrasts nicely with the burled wood bureau beneath it. It is quite special and quite old and the ribbon embellishment on the top edge is delicate and lovely. You can see the full post here: Holiday in the Entry Foyer.īy far, our most exceptional piece is this authentic French trumeau mirror in our living room. The mirror, like the one in the dining room, is new, from Ethan Allen, but sits wonderfully with the vintage piece beneath it. We used this large curvy gilded mirror over an antique French bar server and it gives just the impression I was hoping for. In our entry foyer, I wanted to go for a very elegant look, to make an impact when one walks through the front door. To see the rest of this room and it’s rosy glow, you can read this post: A Rosy Dining Room. Our table is dark wood and the chairs upholstered, so the mirror provides a sense of balance to the space. This mirror is actually new, purchased from Ethan Allen, but it lends a hint of faux patina to the wall. The light color works well in this room and the golden swags have a very French feel. In the dining room we have a cream trumeau mirror with gilded trim. The small mirror is not a quality piece at all, but rather a resin frame, yet it gives the impression of pedigree nonetheless. These pieces are both vintage, as well, and help balance the room, which is dominated by a huge white sectional sofa. In a little corner across from the fireplace, we also have this petite ornate vertical mirror situated directly over a gilded bench. For a view of the entire room, visit: A Comfortable, Functional and Beautiful Den.įor details on our mantel renovation, you can stop by here: Transform a Room with a New Fireplace Mantel. The focal point over the fireplace works well and the infusion of gilding here makes it possible to include other French Country touches in the room. This is placed in our family room, the room we use most often, but I love that this special mirror upgrades the space and keeps it from becoming too bland. It’s a vintage piece with gorgeous intricate detail that adds just the right touch of elegance to a room that’s otherwise quite casual.

One of my favorite mirrors is the one I bought most recently, seen here over our mantel. (For the other 5 elements I always use, you can read: The 6 Defining Style Elements I Use In Every Room.) Today I thought it would be fun to explore adding French Country charm with gilded mirrors. From architectural pieces and sconces, to picture frames and more, gilding can work its way into a room in many different ways. I’ve noticed over the years that I tend to incorporate 6 defining style elements in every room and one of the most impactful is gilding. I’m a huge fan of Country French design and that influence informs everything I do in my home. I’m Lory from Designthusiasm, and I’m delighted to be guest posting at Dixie Delights.