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19th Century Gilt Oval Overmantel Mirror
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19th Century Gilt Oval Overmantel Mirror

19th century
Sold 25 March 2025 · Rams Head Antiques
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Description

This is a good 19th century overmantel mirror with its original gilt finish and mercury plate in nice original condition. The impressive mirror dates from around 1860 and has a decorative plume to the crest with acanthus scrolls. The base spandrels have attractive blind, fret punch ground borders and the oval frame has a beaded border. The there are six Girandole candle sconce all still intact and in great condition.

The mirror plate is the original mercury glass with one or two areas of ageing but in a characterful way.

The mirror is a most imposing piece of grand scale measuring 151 cms high by 136 cms wide.

UK delivery can be arranged with our local courier and costs £80 to most areas. Some areas and extremities may vary, please email or text your postcode for an accurate quote.

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
151cm (59.45")
Width
136cm (53.54")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
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SA1072891
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You are most welcome to visit the shop but please always check to confirm we are open before travelling. We have been in the antiques trade for well over thirty years now and stock a wide and varied range of antiques and decorative items specialising in carpets and Eastern and Oriental items as well as Georgian and Victorian furniture, mirrors, oil paintings, prints, ceramics and clocks.

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This is a good 19th century overmantel mirror with its original gilt finish and mercury plate in nice original condition.
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The impressive mirror dates from around 1860 and has a decorative plume to the crest with acanthus scrolls.
Rams Head Antiques

The base spandrels have attractive blind, fret punch ground borders and the oval frame has a beaded border. The there are six Girandole candle sconce all still intact and in great condition.

fig 1. An ornate 19th century oval overmantel mirror featuring an intricate gilt frame and integrated candle sconces.
fig 1. 19th Century Gilt Oval Overmantel Mirror

The mirror plate is the original mercury glass with one or two areas of ageing but in a characterful way.

The mirror is a most imposing piece of grand scale measuring 151 cms high by 136 cms wide.

UK delivery can be arranged with our local courier and costs £80 to most areas. Some areas and extremities may vary, please email or text your postcode for an accurate quote.

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 19th Century.

Height
151cm (59.45")
Width
136cm (53.54")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Reference Numbers
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SA1072891
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Rams Head Antiques
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Rams Head Antiques Profile Page

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An ornate 19th century oval overmantel mirror featuring an intricate gilt frame and integrated candle sconces.
19th Century Gilt Oval Overmantel Mirror
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialWood, Gesso, Gold Leaf, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsGilded finish, Scrollwork carving, Integrated candle sconces, Oval mirror plate
  • SizeH 151 cm (59 in) x W 136 cm (54 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

FAQs

Overmantel mirrors gained prominence during the 18th and 19th centuries, specifically designed to be positioned above fireplace mantelpieces to reflect candlelight and natural light around period rooms.

These mirrors typically feature hand-carved wood or gesso frames coated in gold leaf or gilt, holding heavy, bevelled glass plates often supported by structural pine backboards.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-applied gold leaf with natural oxidisation, foxing within the silvering of the mirror plate, and traditional joinery on the rear wooden frame.

Positioning an ornate gilt mirror above a contemporary fireplace or against a minimalist neutral wall creates a striking focal point that balances historic texture with modern clean lines.

Maintain the piece by dusting the carved frame gently with a soft dry brush and cleaning the glass with a lint-free cloth, avoiding harsh chemical sprays that could damage the fragile gilded surface.
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