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A Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror
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A Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror

19th century
Description

A fine Regency convex mirror in an elaborate giltwood frame, the circular frame with a border of ropetwists and beads and an egg and dart edge around an plain ebonised slip, surmounted by a carved heraldic left facing eagle resting on a twisted wreath and with scrolling carved flames issuing from it, and with below a richly carved acanthus leaf swag. English, circa 1815. Diameter of the glass: 14½”

Condition: Overall very good, the mirror is in good condition with no breaks or significant damage, there are small areas of gilding loss consistent with age, the plate may be a later replacement but this is not certain, the backboard is an early 20th century replacement. Overall the piece has a wonderful appearance, with fine carving and good detail, great gilding with a beautiful muted colour consistent with age, and excellent proportions.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Chequers Antiques has dated this Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror to the Regency era.

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SA1108502
Description
A fine Regency convex mirror in an elaborate giltwood frame, the circular frame with a border of ropetwists and beads and an egg and dart edge around an plain ebonised slip, surmounted by a carved heraldic left facing eagle resting on a twisted wreath and with scrolling carved flames issuing from it, and with below a richly carved acanthus leaf swag. English, circa 1815. Diameter of the glass: 14½”

Condition: Overall very good, the mirror is in good condition with no breaks or significant damage, there are small areas of gilding loss consistent with age, the plate may be a later replacement but this is not certain, the backboard is an early 20th century replacement.

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Overall the piece has a wonderful appearance, with fine carving and good detail, great gilding with a beautiful muted colour consistent with age, and excellent proportions.
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Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Chequers Antiques has dated this Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror to the Regency era.

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A circular Regency giltwood convex mirror topped with a carved eagle crest and framed with an ebonised inner ring.
A Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror
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A circular Regency giltwood convex mirror topped with a carved eagle crest and framed with an ebonised inner ring.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialGiltwood, Gesso, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsCarved eagle crest, Convex glass, Ebonised reeded slip, Acanthus leaf apron
  • SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

A Regency giltwood convex mirror framed in a circular gold-coloured design featuring ropetwist borders, beading, an egg and dart edge, and an ebonised inner reeded slip around the convex glass plate. The top is surmounted by a carved heraldic left-facing eagle resting on a twisted wreath with scrolling carved flames, while the bottom displays a rich acanthus leaf apron. Small areas of gilding loss consistent with age are present across the timber surface. The overall dimensions measure 92 cm high, 57 cm wide, and 7 cm deep, with a glass diameter of 14½ inches. Positioned traditionally above a mantelpiece in a reception room, dining space, or hallway, this wall mirror reflects interior light while adding period character to a heritage or contemporary setting. The balanced proportions and historical craftsmanship complement traditional architectural mouldings and fine wall treatments.

FAQs

A Regency convex mirror is a circular wall mirror originating from the early nineteenth century, characterised by a curved glass pane that offers a wide-angle field of view. These mirrors are typically framed in heavily carved giltwood decorated with neoclassical motifs such as eagles, acanthus leaves, and ball ornaments.

Traditional giltwood mirrors are constructed from a carved timber core, layered with gesso, and coated with gold leaf using water gilding or oil gilding techniques. An inner ebonised slip ring is frequently included around the glass rebate to create a visual contrast against the gold frame.

Authentic period pieces display hand-carved wood joinery behind the gesso, uneven glass thickness, and natural oxidisation or foxing on the silvered mirror surface. The backboards often show hand-sawn timber panels secured with historical fixings rather than modern screws.

Positioning a convex mirror above a fireplace mantel, sideboard, or within a hallway allows its reflective surface to bounce ambient light around the room. The metallic gilding pairs well with dark modern painted walls or traditional panelling, serving as a focal point.

Dust giltwood frames using a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding water or liquid polish which can dissolve the gesso substrate. Clean the glass sparingly with a soft cloth dampened with water, ensuring fluid does not seep into the timber rebate or contact the gold leaf.
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