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Large-scale Early C19th Regency Period Carved Gilt-wood Pier Mirror .
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €2,574     $2,794
£2,200
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Large-scale Early C19th Regency Period Carved Gilt-wood Pier Mirror .

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Large-scale decorative early C19th Regency period carved gilt-wood pier mirror .

The architectural form break-front multi-stepped pediment with cross-ribbon and multiple sphere decoration above a band of carved ‘lambs-tongue’ moulding. A rectangular ‘trumeau’ panel of punched or pounced ground , with raised foliate or oak-leaf decoration and a large central regal lion’s-mask head.

The sides having solomonic twisted architectural column supports topped with corinthian style capitals . The original silvered mirror plate with atmospheric degradation and foxing, having an ebonised slip surround.

The whole mounted on ebonised ball feet. The verso with original panel back-boards .

In excellent original condition, the original gilded surface having achieved a mellow, soft patina .

In the manner of Thomas Fentham (1774-1825) of The Strand , London.

H 58”

W 39”

D 5”

England c.1820

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Regency Giltwood Pier Mirror to the Regency era.

Independent Date Guide ID 08598003
Dealer's Item DateRegency era
Sellingantiques DateRegency era
Sellingantiques agingItem 195-220 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE REGENCY ERA:
White gesso visible beneath rubbed gilding: traditional early nineteenth-century composition moulding.
Breakfront cornice with turned spheres: standard Regency architectural design.
Ebonised inner slip bordering the glass: typical Regency mirror construction.
Mottled spotting and grey clouding in the glass: antique mirror silvering.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
147cm (57.87")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1085429
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 248
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Large-scale decorative early C19th Regency period carved gilt-wood pier mirror .
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The architectural form break-front multi-stepped pediment with cross-ribbon and multiple sphere decoration above a band of carved ‘lambs-tongue’ moulding.
M Lees and Sons

A rectangular ‘trumeau’ panel of punched or pounced ground , with raised foliate or oak-leaf decoration and a large central regal lion’s-mask head.

fig 1. A large nineteenth-century Regency giltwood pier mirror with rope-twist side columns, a lion mask frieze, and an ebonised inner slip.
fig 1. Large-scale Early C19th Regency Period Carved Gilt-wood Pier Mirror .

The sides having solomonic twisted architectural column supports topped with corinthian style capitals . The original silvered mirror plate with atmospheric degradation and foxing, having an ebonised slip surround.

fig 2. A large nineteenth-century Regency giltwood pier mirror with rope-twist side columns, a lion mask frieze, and an ebonised inner slip.
fig 2. Large-scale Early C19th Regency Period Carved Gilt-wood Pier Mirror .

The whole mounted on ebonised ball feet. The verso with original panel back-boards .

In excellent original condition, the original gilded surface having achieved a mellow, soft patina .

In the manner of Thomas Fentham (1774-1825) of The Strand , London.

H 58”

W 39”

D 5”

England c.1820

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Regency Giltwood Pier Mirror to the Regency era.

Independent Date Report ID 08598003
Dealer's Item DateRegency era
Sellingantiques datingRegency era
Sellingantiques agingItem 195-220 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Regency era:
White gesso visible beneath rubbed gilding: traditional early nineteenth-century composition moulding.
Breakfront cornice with turned spheres: standard Regency architectural design.
Ebonised inner slip bordering the glass: typical Regency mirror construction.
Mottled spotting and grey clouding in the glass: antique mirror silvering.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
147cm (57.87")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1085429
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 248
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A large nineteenth-century Regency giltwood pier mirror with rope-twist side columns, a lion mask frieze, and an ebonised inner slip.

Large-scale Early C19th Regency Period Carved Gilt-wood Pier Mirror .

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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
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A large nineteenth-century Regency giltwood pier mirror with rope-twist side columns, a lion mask frieze, and an ebonised inner slip.
Large-scale early C19th Regency period carved gilt-wood pier mirror .
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A large nineteenth-century Regency giltwood pier mirror with rope-twist side columns, a lion mask frieze, and an ebonised inner slip.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialGiltwood, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsLion mask, Rope-twist columns, Breakfront cornice, Ebonised slip
  • SizeH 147 cm (58 in) x W 98 cm (39 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This large-scale early nineteenth-century Regency period pier mirror is constructed from carved giltwood and glass with an ebonised finish, and measures 147 cm high, 98 cm wide, and 12 cm deep. The architectural form includes a break-front multi-stepped pediment decorated with cross-ribbons and multiple spheres above carved lambs-tongue moulding. A rectangular trumeau panel features a pounced ground, raised oak-leaf foliate decoration, and a central lion mask head. Solomonic twisted column supports with Corinthian capitals flank the sides, while the original silvered mirror plate displays atmospheric degradation and foxing within an ebonised slip surround. The structure rests on ebonised ball feet and retains its original panel back-boards and gilded surface with a soft, mellow patina. In a contemporary home, this grand statement piece suits placement above a sideboard in a dining room, or suspended over a console table in a hallway or drawing room to reflect light and add architectural presence.

FAQs

A Regency pier mirror is a tall, vertical wall mirror produced in the early nineteenth century, originally proportioned to fit the masonry wall space (pier) between two windows or above a pier table.

These mirrors were constructed with softwood or pine frames coated in gesso and clay bole, finished with applied gold leaf using water-gilding techniques, and often incorporated ebonised timber slips and silvered glass.

Authentic period examples feature hand-carved timber elements, natural wear showing reddish clay bole beneath the gilding, hand-drawn glass plates with light oxidation, and traditional joinery on the timber backing.

Place the mirror above a dining room sideboard or fireplace mantelpiece to create visual depth, balance architectural scale, and reflect natural light across contemporary or traditional spaces.

Dust the gilded frame gently with a soft dry brush or microfibre cloth, avoid water and liquid chemical cleaners which dissolve original gesso and gilding, and maintain steady humidity levels.
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