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Large Antique Gilded English Overmantle Mirror C1850
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Large Antique Gilded English Overmantle Mirror C1850

19th century
Sold 22 November 2025 · Swag Antiques
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A spectacular large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso original gilt Overmantle Mirror, with ornate crest and decoration. Nice wide proportions with lovely side feet.

164cm wide x 160cm high x 5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
160cm (62.99")
Width
164cm (64.57")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Swag Antiques has dated this Antique Gilded Overmantle Mirror to the 1850s.

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SA1119919
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Due to the proximity of our home to the coast we have monthly buying trips to France so our stock is always changing. We aim to give good value and each item is restored so it is ready to be loved in your home.

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Description
A spectacular large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso original gilt Overmantle Mirror, with ornate crest and decoration. Nice wide proportions with lovely side feet.

164cm wide x 160cm high x 5cm

Height
160cm (62.99")
Width
164cm (64.57")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Swag Antiques has dated this Antique Gilded Overmantle Mirror to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1119919
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Coombes
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An oversized antique Victorian overmantle mirror featuring an ornate carved gold-gilded frame with an arched top and scrolling acanthus leaf details.
Large Antique Gilded English Overmantle Mirror c1850
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGiltwood, Pine, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsAcanthus leaf scrolls, Crested pediment, Beaded inner border, Arched top
  • SizeH 160 cm (63 in) x W 164 cm (65 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

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Overmantle mirrors gained immense popularity during the Victorian era, specifically designed to sit atop drawing room fireplace mantles to reflect candlelight and amplify natural daylight within formal reception spaces.

Authentic period pieces typically feature hand-carved wooden frames or composition (compo) mouldings applied over a pine or hardwood base, finished with genuine gold leaf applied over a red bole preparation layer.

Authenticity is indicated by heavy plate glass with minor foxing or oxidation spots, hand-beveled edges where applicable, traditional joinery on the wooden backboards, and hand-applied gesso and gold leaf showing age-appropriate craquelure.

Positioning an oversized ornate mirror directly above a fireplace creates a dramatic focal point, contrasting effectively with minimalist walls or balancing clean-lined modern furniture with historical texture.

Dust the gilded surface gently with a soft, dry ostrich feather duster or microfiber cloth, avoiding all water, liquid cleaning solutions, and chemical solvents which can strip the delicate gold leaf finish.
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