Antique Fine Quality Large Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror 19th

Name: Antique Fine Quality Large Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror 19th Century
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1010200
Price: 1186 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleVictorian Rococo Revival
MaterialGiltwood, Gesso, Glass
ColourGold
MotifsGesso moulding, Shell relief, Foliate scrollwork

This Victorian Rococo Revival overmantle wall mirror dates from the 19th Century and brings traditional French Chateau style to an interior. Formed from giltwood, gesso and glass, the rectangular piece has a bright gold finish over a thick, deeply moulded frame. Elaborate decorative work covers the entire border, including raised foliate scrollwork, floral motifs and prominent shell relief carvings at the corners and centres. Structural additions include later replacement mirrored glass set within the heavy frame, alongside visible surface losses, knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, repairs, alterations, refinishing and touching up. The frame measures 96 cm high by 81 cm wide by 10 cm deep, whilst the inner glass spans 70 cm high by 55 cm wide. Suitable for hanging in either portrait or landscape orientation, the mirror is designed for placement above the mantel in a living room, dining room or hallway. It functions effectively as a focal point over a fireplace, reflecting light and surrounding space while complementing traditional period settings.

FAQs

A Victorian overmantel mirror is a large, decorative architectural mirror designed to hang directly above a fireplace mantle. Typically produced during the 19th century, these mirrors feature substantial frames adorned with intricate gesso mouldings, gold leaf finishing, and classical motif embellishments.

19th-century gilt mirror frames were typically constructed with a solid timber base, covered in layers of fine plaster or gesso to create carved relief patterns. Thin gold leaf was applied to the surface using traditional water-gilding techniques over mirrored plate glass.

Authentic period gilt mirrors display age-appropriate characteristics, including hand-cut wood backing panels, weight consistent with original thick glass, and minor surface distress showing red or yellow clay bole beneath worn gold leaf.

Position a gilt overmantel mirror above a fireplace or a contemporary console table to serve as a dramatic focal point. The detailed, classical frame provides structural contrast when paired with clean modern furniture and neutral colour schemes.

Maintain an antique gilded frame by dusting gently with a soft, dry camel-hair brush or microfibre cloth, keeping moisture entirely away from the water-gilded gesso. Glass surfaces should be cleaned carefully using a cloth dampened with water, avoiding contact with the frame edge.

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Antique Fine Quality Large Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror 19th Century