Set of 2, Portuguese Colonial Architectural Mirror Panels (Trade)

$2,645.00
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This striking pair of 73-inch tall architectural panels is a masterful example of Portuguese Colonial style, repurposed for the modern interior. Originally serving as grand window shutters or decorative door "over-panels" in a colonial estate, these solid hardwood frames have been carefully fitted with custom mirror inserts to create a sophisticated, elongated silhouette. The wood shows its original, sun-bleached raw state, highlighting the deep "egg-and-dart" style carvings and the oval-fluted medallions that define the upper and lower sections. The narrow 12-inch width allows these panels to function as "architectural jewelry," adding verticality, light, and a sense of history to any wall they occupy. Derived from the Portuguese influence in the coastal regions of India (Goa), these panels showcase the neoclassical "Goanese" woodworking tradition. The frames are built from dense, weather-resistant tropical hardwood, featuring traditional pegged joinery. The fluted oval carvings are a hallmark of 19th-century colonial craftsmanship, blending European symmetry with local timber. By inserting mirrors into these authentic historic frames, we’ve transformed reclaimed architectural salvage into functional Organic Modern decor that retains its 19th-century soul.
At over 6 feet tall, this set of two is designed to command attention. They are the perfect solution for flanking a large doorway, anchoring the ends of a long hallway, or being placed behind a pair of nightstands to create a sense of grand scale in a bedroom. Because of their slim profile and raw wood finish, they are a definitive "must-have" for a Traditional farmouse or Coastal aesthetic. The mirrors help bounce natural light through a room, while the heavy carvings provide a grounded, historic texture that modern glass and steel cannot replicate.

  • *Era: 19th Century (Salvage) / Contemporary Mirror Update
  • *Size: 12“(L) x 2.5“(D) x 73.5“(H) 
  • *Material: Solid Reclaimed Tropical Hardwood / Custom Mirror Glass
  • *Color: Bleached Raw Natural Wood
  • *Design: Elongated Slim Silhouette with Oval Fluted Medallions
  • *Features: Hand-carved egg-and-dart trim, original pegged joinery, and custom-fitted mirror inserts.
  • *Origin: Portuguese Colonial (India/Goa)
  • *Condition: Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character & historical value.  

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  • **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.

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