Name: A Fabulous Large Early Antique French 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Original Painted Mirror.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1065557
Price: 1995 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Cleall Antiques

Sold 25 March 2026 · Cleall Antiques

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Description

A Fabulous large early Antique French 19th Century carved wood & gesso original painted leaf moulded framed Mirror, with original distressed mirror and backboards.

Can be used landscape or portrait, also ideal as a floor standing mirror.

Measurements:

1 metre 74 cm high

1 metre 30 cm wide

6 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Antique French Mirror to the 1850s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

174cm (68.50")

Width

130cm (51.18")

Depth

6cm (2.36")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1065557

Dealers Notes

We are offering Pay day offer 15% off one mirror and 20% off the second mirror for a limited time only including Free Delivery within the UK for mirrors over £500.

By appointment only.

Please call Damian on 07831 869955 for any enquires.

Description

A Fabulous large early Antique French 19th Century carved wood & gesso original painted leaf moulded framed Mirror, with original distressed mirror and backboards.

Can be used landscape or portrait, also ideal as a floor standing mirror.

Measurements:

1 metre 74 cm high

1 metre 30 cm wide

6 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Antique French Mirror to the 1850s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

174cm (68.50")

Width

130cm (51.18")

Depth

6cm (2.36")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1065557

About the Dealer

Cleall Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique english & french mirrors.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Cleall Antiques Profile Page

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Cleall Antiques

Telephone 07831 869 955

Location

Blakedene
Lyminster Road
Lyminster
Nr Arundel
West Sussex
BN17 7QF
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cleall

Verified Since Jun 2011

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleFrench Chateau
MaterialWood, Gesso, Glass
ColourOff-White
MotifsCarved wooden moulding, Distressed gesso finish, Rectangular profile
SizeH 174 cm (69 in) x W 130 cm (51 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth-century French mirrors are characterised by classical proportions, intricate hand-carved wooden frames, and often feature original gesso finishes with distressed painted surfaces reflecting regional craftsmanship of the period.

These pieces typically utilise solid timber frames overlaid with hand-modelled gesso and chalk compositions, finished with traditional water gilding, oil paint, or distemper, holding mercury or early silvered glass plates secured with wooden backs.

Authenticity is identified by examining the glass plate for foxing, bubbles, and slight imperfections, inspecting the hand-carved tool marks on the timber, and checking for period-correct fixings, hand- forged nails, and aged patina on the gesso.

A large antique mirror serves as a striking focal point when hung above a fireplace or placed freestanding against a wall, adding depth, luminosity, and historical contrast to modern minimalist or transitional spaces.

Preserve the piece by avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity fluctuations to protect the delicate gesso and wood. Clean the glass gently with a dry or barely damp microfiber cloth, taking care not to let moisture touch the vulnerable painted or gilt frame edges.