Sold 17 December 2025 · Merchant House Antiques

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Description

Very pretty neat sized 19th century wall mirror

French circa 1850's with original mirror plate and backboards , some foxing to the mirror and minor blemishes to the gilding

Height 74 cms or 29 inches

Width 63.5 cms or 25 inches

Declaration

Merchant House Antiques has dated this Antique Gilded Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1089028

Dealers Internal Reference

Mha003/4180/2204

Dealers Notes

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Description

Very pretty neat sized 19th century wall mirror

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French circa 1850's with original mirror plate and backboards , some foxing to the mirror and minor blemishes to the gilding.

Merchant House Antiques

Height 74 cms or 29 inches

Width 63.5 cms or 25 inches

Date of Manufacture

Merchant House Antiques has dated this Antique Gilded Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1089028

Dealers Internal Ref

Mha003/4180/2204

About the Dealer

Merchant House Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2008

4th generation of antiques specialists. Expert in quality 19th century european furniture - specialists in farmhouse tables.

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Merchant House Antiques

Telephone 07768 960144

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Cotswold and Devon
United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleGrand Regency
MaterialGiltwood, Gesso, Glass
ColourGold
MotifsCorner cartouches, Rosette medallions, Acanthus leaf carvings

FAQs

Nineteenth-century gilded mirrors typically feature carved wooden frames coated in gold leaf or composition material, showcasing classical revival motifs such as acanthus leaves, reeding, and beaded details.

Authentic period pieces were constructed using carved softwood or hardwood frames, layered with gesso, and finished with hand-applied gold leaf or metal gilding over a red bole base, holding silvered glass plates.

Authenticity is determined by examining the backboards for age and tool marks, inspecting the glass for foxing and imperfections, and checking the frame construction for traditional joinery and genuine wear patterns in the gilt finish.

An antique mirror adds reflective light and historic contrast when hung above a minimalist mantelpiece, console table, or paired with contemporary furniture to create a curated, eclectic aesthetic.

Preservation requires avoiding direct sunlight, maintaining stable indoor humidity to prevent wood movement, and cleaning the glass gently with a soft microfibre cloth while keeping moisture away from the delicate gilt frame.