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Magnificent Large Carved Renaissance-style Bevel Edge Wall Mirror
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for sale €2,925     $3,175
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Magnificent Large Carved Renaissance-style Bevel Edge Wall Mirror

19th century
Description

Circa 1860. Magnificent large carved Renaissance style bevel edge mirror. Surmounted by pierced pediment with carved angels, Rococo C scrolls and acanthus foliage, the sides of the mirror with further open carvings of a flower heads and acanthus scrolls. The base with carved birds and putti figures. The original rectangular bevel edged mirror plate in excellent condition and surrounded by a naturalistic carved slip. Lovely colour and patina and all in excellent condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
131cm (51.57")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Wall Mirror to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1071726
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33511
Description
Circa 1860. Magnificent large carved Renaissance style bevel edge mirror.
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Surmounted by pierced pediment with carved angels, Rococo C scrolls and acanthus foliage, the sides of the mirror with further open carvings of a flower heads and acanthus scrolls.
Georgian Antiques

The base with carved birds and putti figures. The original rectangular bevel edged mirror plate in excellent condition and surrounded by a naturalistic carved slip. Lovely colour and patina and all in excellent condition.

Height
131cm (51.57")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Wall Mirror to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1071726
Dealers Internal Ref
33511
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A rectangular wall mirror with a bevelled glass plate surrounded by an intricately carved dark oak frame decorated with cherub motifs and acanthus leaf scrollwork.
Magnificent Large Carved Renaissance-Style Bevel Edge Wall Mirror
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A rectangular wall mirror with a bevelled glass plate surrounded by an intricately carved dark oak frame decorated with cherub motifs and acanthus leaf scrollwork.
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Renaissance Revival mirrors are defined by deep architectural relief carving, incorporating classical motifs such as scrolling acanthus leaves, heraldic shields, winged cherubs (putti), and mask heads. Popularised in the nineteenth century, these designs draw inspiration from sixteenth-century Italian and Northern European woodwork.

Frames from this period were typically crafted from dense hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or mahogany to support deep, intricate relief carving. The central mirror plate is commonly made from thick glass featuring hand-bevelled perimeter edges.

Authentic period frames display subtle irregularities from hand-carving tools, dark natural oxidisation in deep crevices, and age-related shrinkage lines near construction joints. The backboards often show rough-sawn timber panels secured with traditional iron fixings.

Positioning a deeply carved, dark timber mirror against a plain neutral or light wall creates high contrast and highlights the relief woodwork. Placing the mirror above a minimal console table or fireplace mantle allows the ornate frame to serve as a singular architectural focal point.

Dust the carved frame regularly using a soft, natural-bristle brush to clean recessed areas without scratching the wood. Apply a high-grade beeswax polish sparingly once a year, and clean the glass using a microfibre cloth dampened with water, avoiding contact between liquid cleaners and the timber frame.
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