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Large Gilt 19th Century Overmantel Mirror
Spencer Robertson Antiques
for sale €1,580     $1,715
£1,350
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Large Gilt 19th Century Overmantel Mirror

19th century
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Large gilt overmantel mirror circa 1830,the gilt frame of bold form bordered with half turned columns and carved leaf decoration to the top corners , terminating with acanthus leaves, the mirror retains its original mercury foxed mirror glass surrounded with a reeded ebony slip.

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
155cm (61.02")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
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Spencer Robertson Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 19th Century.

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SA1117807
Description
Large gilt overmantel mirror circa 1830,the gilt frame of bold form bordered with half turned columns and carved leaf decoration to the top corners , terminating with acanthus leaves, the mirror retains its original mercury foxed mirror glass surrounded with a reeded ebony slip.
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
155cm (61.02")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Spencer Robertson Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 19th Century.

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SA1117807
Spencer Robertson Antiques
Spencer Robertson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2022
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Spencer Robertson Antiques

Spencer Robertson Antiques
Telephone 07860 245923
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5 Sherborne Business Centre
East Mill Lane
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3DP
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Mar 2022
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A large rectangular 19th-century giltwood overmantel mirror featuring fluted columns and carved acanthus leaf capitals.
Large Gilt 19th Century Overmantel Mirror
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A large rectangular 19th-century giltwood overmantel mirror featuring fluted columns and carved acanthus leaf capitals.
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A 19th-century overmantel mirror, often referred to as a chimney glass, is a horizontally proportioned wall mirror designed specifically to sit directly above a fireplace mantlepiece. These mirrors typically featured ornate gilded gesso or carved wood frames with classical motifs designed to reflect candlelight across drawing rooms.

Period gilt mirrors were constructed using pine or oak frames layered with gesso, carved plaster details, and covered in thin layers of gold leaf over coloured clay bole. The mirror plates were traditionally made from silvered glass or mercury-backed glass held in place by wooden backing boards.

Authentic pieces generally display original timber backing planks, natural foxing or oxidisation on the glass plate, and subtle wear to the gold leaf revealing the red or yellow clay bole beneath. The gilding often shows age-related crazing in the gesso rather than smooth modern paint finishes.

Positioning a large gilt mirror above a contemporary fireplace creates an impactful visual anchor that bridges historical and modern aesthetics. Alternatively, placing the frame directly on top of a low dining room sideboard or leaning it against a neutral wall provides a relaxed, curated look.

Clean the gilded frame gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush to remove dust without disturbing delicate gold leafing. Avoid using liquid cleaners, water, or commercial polishes on water-gilded surfaces, and clean the glass plate using a damp micro-fibre cloth while shielding the frame.
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