French Black Ceramic Hanging Mirror
- Height: 60 cm / 23.6 in
- Width: 23 cm / 9.1 in
- Depth: 4.5 cm / 1.8 in
French Black Ceramic Hanging Mirror
This French black ceramic hanging mirror is an original and characterful decorative object that combines a circular mirror with a sculptural ceramic surround and natural rope suspension. The black-glazed ceramic frame is shaped with two arched handles, recalling the silhouette of an ancient amphora or two-handled vessel transformed into a functional wall object.
A length of natural rope passes through both ceramic handles before rising into a hanging loop. Below, a small ceramic ornament completes the composition and provides a subtle counterweight. Together, these elements create an elongated hanging silhouette measuring 60 cm from the top of the rope loop to the tip of the lower ornament.
Sculptural Ceramic Surround
The circular mirror is set within a handmade ceramic surround finished entirely in black glaze. Its gently irregular profile and arched handles emphasize the artisanal quality of the piece, while the dark surface gives the simple form a refined decorative presence.
Minor firing imperfections remain visible in the glaze. Rather than detracting from the design, these small irregularities reinforce the handmade character of the ceramic and are consistent with studio pottery production.
Natural Rope Suspension
The combination of glazed ceramic and natural rope gives the mirror a particularly tactile character. The rope is threaded directly through the two ceramic handles, making the suspension system an integral part of the design rather than a concealed practical detail.
The lower ceramic ornament continues this visual rhythm and adds balance to the composition. As a result, the mirror reads as much like a small sculptural wall object as a conventional looking glass.
French Post-War Artisanal Design
The restrained black glaze and natural-material construction reflect the broader French interest in artisanal decorative objects during the 1960s and 1970s. Ceramic, fibre, cordage, and other natural materials were frequently combined to create pieces positioned between craft, utility, and ornament.
With its compact 23 cm width, the mirror is easy to incorporate into a variety of interiors. It would work particularly well in a hallway, kitchen, bedroom, or informal living space, where its unusual suspension and sculptural profile can be appreciated at close range.
Details
- Type: Hanging wall mirror
- Style: French post-war artisanal / Mid-Century decorative design
- Period: 1960s–1970s
- Place of origin: France
- Materials: Glazed ceramic, mirror glass, and natural rope
- Frame: Circular ceramic surround with two arched handles
- Finish: Black ceramic glaze
- Suspension: Natural rope threaded through the ceramic handles
- Lower Detail: Small ceramic counterweight ornament
- Character: Sculptural, artisanal, organic, and distinctive
- Condition: Good vintage condition with minor glaze imperfections and firing irregularities
- Use: Decorative wall mirror
Dimensions
- Height: 60 cm / 23.6 in
- Width: 23 cm / 9.1 in
- Depth: 4.5 cm / 1.8 in
| Product Dimensions: | |
|---|---|
| Height | 60.0 cm (23.62 in) |
| Width | 23.0 cm (9.06 in) |
| Depth | 4.5 cm (1.77 in) |
| Date of Manufacture | |
| Restoration | No |
| Condition | Minor Losses |
| Color | Clear Glass |
| Country Of Origin | France |
| Item Condition | Excellent |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Period | Late 20th century |
| Techniques | Hand-Painted |
| Product style | Folk Art |
| Shipping measurement: | |
| Height | 60 cm (23.62 in) |
| Width | 23 cm (9.06 in) |
| Depth | 4.5 cm (1.77 in) |
| Weight | 5.5 lbs (2.49 kgs) |
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