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A Superb Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Shaped Top Original Gilt Overmantle Mirror.
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A Superb Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Shaped Top Original Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

19th century
For Sale by Cleall Antiques
Description

A Superb large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso shaped top original gilt reeded framed Overmantle Mirror with ornate crest above and original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 50 cm high

1 metre 22 cm wide at top

1 metre 11 cm wide in middle

6 cm deep in middle

9 cm deep at bottom

Physical Dimensions
Height
150cm (59.06")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

Cleall Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1870s.

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SA1065659
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We are currently offering our customers at Selling Antiques 15% discount for any of our beautiful mirrors over £500 with free delivery within the UK except Ireland and Scotland.

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Please call Damian on 07831 869955 for any enquires.

Description
A Superb large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso shaped top original gilt reeded framed Overmantle Mirror with ornate crest above and original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 50 cm high

1 metre 22 cm wide at top

1 metre 11 cm wide in middle

6 cm deep in middle

9 cm deep at bottom

Height
150cm (59.06")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1065659
Cleall Antiques
Cleall Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique english & french mirrors.

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Cleall Antiques

Cleall Antiques
Telephone 07831 869 955
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Blakedene
Lyminster Road
Lyminster
Nr Arundel
West Sussex
BN17 7QF
United Kingdom
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A large 19th-century arched overmantel mirror with a gilded wood and gesso frame, side column detailing, and a top foliage crest.
A Superb large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso shaped top original gilt Overmantle Mirror.
Ref: SA1065659
A large 19th-century arched overmantel mirror with a gilded wood and gesso frame, side column detailing, and a top foliage crest.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectOvermantel Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWood, Gesso, Gold Leaf, Glass
  • ColourGilt Gold
  • MotifsFoliage crest medallion, Rope twist pilasters, Arched top frame, Capital mouldings
  • SizeH 150 cm (59 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

This Victorian overmantle mirror dates from 1870 and is constructed from carved wood and gesso with an original gilt finish in a warm gold colour. The frame incorporates an arched top with decorative capital mouldings, twisted rope pilasters along the sides, and an ornate carved foliage crest featuring a central medallion at the peak. The piece retains its original glass plate and backboards, showing natural signs of age including surface wear and weathering along the gilded edges. Measuring 150 cm high, 122 cm wide, and 9 cm deep, this large wall-mounted accessory suits placement directly above a living room fireplace mantel or in a grand hallway to reflect natural light.

FAQs

An overmantel mirror, historically referred to as a chimney glass, is a large framed mirror designed specifically to be positioned directly above a fireplace mantelpiece. Originating in the late 17th century, these mirrors became architectural focal points in Georgian and Victorian interiors, designed to reflect light and expand visual space.

19th-century gilt mirror frames were constructed using carved softwood structures, such as pine, coated with layers of chalk-based gesso. Intricate ornaments were cast or hand-carved, after which thin sheets of real gold leaf were applied over a coloured clay base known as bole.

Authentic period gilt mirrors display natural surface wear, often revealing the underlying red or grey clay bole beneath thin areas of gilding. The reverse side usually features hand-sawn timber backboards secured with aged fasteners rather than modern staples or uniform plywood backing.

Positioning an ornate gilded mirror above a contemporary fireplace or modern console table creates a balanced contrast between historical craft and clean-lined architecture. Keeping surrounding wall colours neutral allows the golden tones and intricate moulding details to stand out without cluttering the room.

Gesso and gold leaf finishes should only be dusted lightly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or fine feather duster. Avoid applying water, liquid polishes, or chemical cleaners, as moisture can dissolve gesso layers and strip delicate gilded surfaces.
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