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A 19th Century Carved Wood and Gilt Mirror Commissioned by a Duke
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A 19th Century Carved Wood and Gilt Mirror Commissioned by a Duke

19th century
Sold 2 August 2026 · William Cook Antiques
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Of large size, the mirror retains the original gilt decoration and has a London makers label to the back. It has a carved Dukes crown on cushion at the top meaning almost certainly that the mirror was commissioned by a Duke. With the unusual rope style moulding, it is likely that the Duke would have had a strong Naval association, perhaps being a very senior member of the British Admiralty.

Date of Manufacture

William Cook Antiques has dated this Antique Gilt Wood Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
148cm (58.27")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Reference Numbers
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SA1112243
Description
Of large size, the mirror retains the original gilt decoration and has a London makers label to the back.
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It has a carved Dukes crown on cushion at the top meaning almost certainly that the mirror was commissioned by a Duke.
William Cook Antiques

With the unusual rope style moulding, it is likely that the Duke would have had a strong Naval association, perhaps being a very senior member of the British Admiralty.

Date of Manufacture

William Cook Antiques has dated this Antique Gilt Wood Mirror to the 19th Century.

Height
148cm (58.27")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Reference Numbers
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SA1112243
William Cook Antiques
William Cook Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Dealers in fine antique furniture, objects and works of art from the late 17th to mid 20th century with the emphesis being on quality

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William Cook Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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RG17 0EG
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An antique octagonal wall mirror featuring a carved wooden frame with a gilded finish and a crowned crest at the top.
A 19th century Carved Wood And Gilt Mirror Commissioned By A Duke
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An antique octagonal wall mirror featuring a carved wooden frame with a gilded finish and a crowned crest at the top.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Regency
  • MaterialWood, Gilt, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsOctagonal shape, Rope twist moulding, Carved crown crest, Ribbon tie motif
  • SizeH 148 cm (58 in) x W 97 cm (38 in)

Nineteenth-century gilt wood mirrors are characterised by intricately carved wooden frames coated in fine gold leaf, often featuring classical motifs, regency proportions, or sculptural crests reflecting the aesthetic tastes of the period.

These mirrors were typically constructed from carved softwood or hardwoods such as pine or gesso-coated timber, layered with bole and hand-applied gold leaf using traditional water-gilding or oil-gilding techniques.

Authenticity is determined by examining the construction joints, the presence of hand-carved details, the ageing characteristics of the gesso and bole beneath the gold leaf, and the silvering irregularities or foxing on the original glass plate.

A gilt wood mirror can serve as a striking focal point above a fireplace mantelpiece or console table, contrasting effectively against contemporary neutral walls to add warmth, reflection, and historic character.

Gilt surfaces are extremely delicate and should be dusted gently with a soft, dry ostrich feather duster. Avoid using water, chemical cleaners, or abrasive cloths, which can permanently damage the fragile gold leaf layer.
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