A tall and impressive 19th century Napoleon III rectangular mantle mirror in a wood and gilt stucco frame, surmounted by an imposing pediment of cherubs and dolphins flanking an oval medallion. The frame, with its continuous floral haut-relief mouldings, has stepped corners and retains its nicely worn original gilt finish, while a delicate string-of-pearls moulding outlines the perimeter of the bevelled glass. There are a few small areas of imperfection, as would be expected with a mirror of this age.