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Description

A fine and elegant giltwood overmantel mirror dating from 1870.

Retaining a good percentage of it's original water-gilding, in good overall condition.

Original mirror plate with light foxing. Original backing board.

Sizes 150 cm tall, max width at base 120.5 cm, main frame width 116.5 cm.

Complete with pair of ceramic bun feet.

Date of Manufacture

Fine Antique Mirrors has dated this Antique Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

150cm (59.06")

Width

120.5cm (47.44")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1104722

Description

A fine and elegant giltwood overmantel mirror dating from 1870.

Retaining a good percentage of it's original water-gilding, in good overall condition.

Original mirror plate with light foxing. Original backing board.

Sizes 150 cm tall, max width at base 120.5 cm, main frame width 116.5 cm.

Complete with pair of ceramic bun feet.

Date of Manufacture

Fine Antique Mirrors has dated this Antique Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

150cm (59.06")

Width

120.5cm (47.44")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1104722

About the Dealer

Fine Antique Mirrors

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2022

Specializing in antique 18th/19th century gilt mirrors. Gilding restoration undertaken.

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Suffolk
United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectMirrors
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialGiltwood, Gesso, Glass, Wood
ColourGold
MotifsArched top, Moulded frame, Beaded trim, Classical scrolling leaf relief
SizeH 150 cm (59 in) x W 120.5 cm (47 in)

FAQs

Victorian overmantel mirrors originated in the 19th century, specifically designed to sit directly above living room fireplaces to reflect candlelight and natural daylight into domestic spaces.

These frames are typically constructed from hand-carved wood or molded composition ornaments over a wooden base, finished with layers of gesso and applied gold leaf or gilt paint.

Authentic pieces often feature original silvered glass with natural foxing or oxidisation, hand-beveled edges, heavy wooden backboards secured with old screws, and signs of age-related wear on the gilding.

Mounting the mirror above a fireplace or leaning it against a living room wall creates an impactful focal point, contrasting period craftsmanship with modern minimalist furnishings.

Dust the gilt surface gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive materials that can strip the delicate gold finish, and use distilled water for the glass.