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19th Century Large Victorian English Painted and Parcel Gilt Overmantle Mirror
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19th Century Large Victorian English Painted and Parcel Gilt Overmantle Mirror

19th century
Sold 2 July 2025 · Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
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19th century English painted and parcel gilt overmantle mirror. This overmantle mirror is in very good condition with lovely gilding. It has its original bevelled glass and wood panelled back. The original bevelled glass is also in good condition with some nice foxing to the glass as can be seen in the images attached.

This painted and gilt overmantle mirror measures,

Height - 142cm

Width - 140cm

Depth - 10cm

Central width - 138cm

Width of glass - 112cm

Date of Manufacture

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated this Victorian Overmantel Mirror to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
140cm (55.12")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA1129102
Dealers Notes

We are based in North Dorset, England and have been trading in antiques and decorative art for over 30 years. We exhibit at all the major antique and decorative fairs across the UK , specialising in 19th and 20th Century European sculpture, including the Art Nouveau and Art Deco period, English and French mirrors , decorative French furniture and lighting.

We pride ourselves on offering an excellent customer service and use a specialist transport company for all our deliveries to ensure an efficient and safe delivery of all purchases. If you need any help or advice on any of our items please feel free to contact us by telephone or email.

Description
19th century English painted and parcel gilt overmantle mirror. This overmantle mirror is in very good condition with lovely gilding. It has its original bevelled glass and wood panelled back.
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The original bevelled glass is also in good condition with some nice foxing to the glass as can be seen in the images attached.
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

This painted and gilt overmantle mirror measures,

Height - 142cm

Width - 140cm

Depth - 10cm

Central width - 138cm

Width of glass - 112cm

Date of Manufacture

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated this Victorian Overmantel Mirror to the 1880s.

Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
140cm (55.12")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1129102
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialising in art deco and art nouveau sculpture, french and english mirrors and french decorative furniture

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques Profile Page

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A large rectangular 19th-century Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an off-white painted wooden frame with parcel gilt highlights, fluted pilasters, and carved acanthus leaf detailing along the frieze. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A large rectangular 19th-century Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an off-white painted wooden frame with parcel gilt highlights, fluted pilasters, and carved acanthus leaf detailing along the frieze. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Large Victorian English Painted and Parcel Gilt Overmantle Mirror

Archive II A large rectangular 19th-century Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an off-white painted wooden frame with parcel gilt highlights, fluted pilasters, and carved acanthus leaf detailing along the frieze. View II
Archive III A large rectangular 19th-century Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an off-white painted wooden frame with parcel gilt highlights, fluted pilasters, and carved acanthus leaf detailing along the frieze. View III
Archive IV A large rectangular 19th-century Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an off-white painted wooden frame with parcel gilt highlights, fluted pilasters, and carved acanthus leaf detailing along the frieze. View IV
Archive V A large rectangular 19th-century Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an off-white painted wooden frame with parcel gilt highlights, fluted pilasters, and carved acanthus leaf detailing along the frieze. View V
Archive VI A large rectangular 19th-century Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an off-white painted wooden frame with parcel gilt highlights, fluted pilasters, and carved acanthus leaf detailing along the frieze. View VI
Archive VII A large rectangular 19th-century Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an off-white painted wooden frame with parcel gilt highlights, fluted pilasters, and carved acanthus leaf detailing along the frieze. View VII
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A large rectangular 19th-century Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an off-white painted wooden frame with parcel gilt highlights, fluted pilasters, and carved acanthus leaf detailing along the frieze.
19th Century Large Victorian English Painted And Parcel Gilt Overmantle Mirror
Ref: SA1129102
A large rectangular 19th-century Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an off-white painted wooden frame with parcel gilt highlights, fluted pilasters, and carved acanthus leaf detailing along the frieze.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPine, Gesso, Gold Leaf, Glass
  • ColourOff-White and Gold
  • MotifsFluted pilasters, Acanthus leaf frieze, Parcel gilt highlights, Chamfered corners
  • SizeH 142 cm (56 in) x W 140 cm (55 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

An overmantel mirror is a large decorative looking glass specifically designed to be hung or placed on the mantelpiece above a fireplace, becoming popular during the Victorian era for reflecting light and adding grandeur to reception rooms.

These frames were typically constructed from pine or hardwood, featuring applied plaster or carved wooden ornaments, finished with hand-applied gesso, oil paint, and gold leaf for the parcel gilt details.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the mirror plate for historical imperfections, silvering degradation, or mercury backing in earlier pieces, alongside hand-cut joinery, old pine backing boards, and period-appropriate wear on the paint and gilding.

Positioning the piece above a fireplace anchors the room, creating a focal point that contrasts traditional craftsmanship with modern minimalist furniture or complements classic period interiors.

Dust gently with a dry, soft brush or microfiber cloth, avoiding all liquid cleaners, commercial polishes, or abrasive materials which can strip the delicate water-gilding or original painted surface.
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