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French Gilt & Painted Large Overmantel Mirror
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French Gilt & Painted Large Overmantel Mirror

1900 - 1920
Sold 28 September 2025 · Antiques Decorative
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Circa 1900 in the French Empire manner parcel gilt and painted gesso, the gadrooned cornice over Neo-Classical mask, painted reserves ,foliate scrollwork spandrels enclosing bevelled lozenge shaped plate.

168h x 141w

Physical Dimensions
Height
168cm (66.14")
Width
141cm (55.51")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
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Antiques Decorative has dated this French Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1900s.

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SA1126378
Description
Circa 1900 in the French Empire manner parcel gilt and painted gesso, the gadrooned cornice over Neo-Classical mask, painted reserves ,foliate scrollwork spandrels enclosing bevelled lozenge shaped plate.

168h x 141w

Height
168cm (66.14")
Width
141cm (55.51")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative has dated this French Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1900s.

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SA1126378
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A large rectangular overmantel mirror featuring an octagonal bevelled glass plate, a gilded carved wooden frame with red painted accents, and a central classical mask cartouche. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A large rectangular overmantel mirror featuring an octagonal bevelled glass plate, a gilded carved wooden frame with red painted accents, and a central classical mask cartouche. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Gilt & Painted Large Overmantel Mirror

Archive II A large rectangular overmantel mirror featuring an octagonal bevelled glass plate, a gilded carved wooden frame with red painted accents, and a central classical mask cartouche. View II
Archive III A large rectangular overmantel mirror featuring an octagonal bevelled glass plate, a gilded carved wooden frame with red painted accents, and a central classical mask cartouche. View III
Archive IV A large rectangular overmantel mirror featuring an octagonal bevelled glass plate, a gilded carved wooden frame with red painted accents, and a central classical mask cartouche. View IV
Archive V A large rectangular overmantel mirror featuring an octagonal bevelled glass plate, a gilded carved wooden frame with red painted accents, and a central classical mask cartouche. View V
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A large rectangular overmantel mirror featuring an octagonal bevelled glass plate, a gilded carved wooden frame with red painted accents, and a central classical mask cartouche.
French Gilt & Painted Large Overmantel Mirror
Ref: SA1126378
A large rectangular overmantel mirror featuring an octagonal bevelled glass plate, a gilded carved wooden frame with red painted accents, and a central classical mask cartouche.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Classical
  • MaterialGiltwood, Wood, Glass
  • ColourGold and Red
  • MotifsCentral mask cartouche, Beaded moulding, Acanthus leaf carvings, Octagonal glass aperture
  • SizeH 168 cm (66 in) x W 141 cm (56 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

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French gilt mirrors from the period typically feature carved wooden frames finished with gold leaf or gilt paint, often incorporating classical motifs such as carttouches, scrolling foliage, and architectural moulding.

These pieces are traditionally constructed using carved softwood or hardwood frames, assembled with traditional joinery, and finished with gesso and gold leaf or bole before being fitted with silvered glass mirror plates.

Authentic pieces exhibit period construction methods such as hand-cut joinery, aged or foxed mercury or silver mirror plates, and hand-applied gesso with natural wear patterns and oxidisation visible in the gilding.

Positioning an overmantel mirror above a fireplace or a sideboard creates a focal point that reflects light and adds architectural scale, contrasting effectively against minimalist or contemporary backdrops.

Maintain gilt surfaces by dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid chemical cleaners and excessive moisture, which can damage the fragile gold leaf and historical finish.
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