Sold 4 April 2025 · Beresford Antiques LTD

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Description

Excellent quality good sized Regency mirror with original gilded finish The mirror plate (original) has a few marks and slight foxing but is in very good condition The frame is carved and gilded with carved capitals to the columns Original black ribbed slip to the mirror

Date of Manufacture

Beresford Antiques LTD has dated this Regency Gilded Overmantel Mirror to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

67cm (26.38")

Width

94cm (37.01")

Depth

14cm (5.51")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1130229

Dealers Notes

Beresford Antiques Ltd operates a a VAT margin scheme Unless otherwise disclosed VAT is not reclaim able by the purchaser. If you are VAT registered a full VAT receipt must be requested at time of purchase

Our VAT number is 228171417

Description

Date of Manufacture

Beresford Antiques LTD has dated this Regency Gilded Overmantel Mirror to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

67cm (26.38")

Width

94cm (37.01")

Depth

14cm (5.51")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1130229

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Beresford Antiques LTD

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Unit 1
Cliffe Road
North Newbald
YO43 4SP
United Kingdom

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ObjectMirrors
Period19th century
StyleRegency
MaterialGiltwood, Gesso, Glass
ColourGold
MotifsReeded columns, Acanthus leaf carvings, Corinthian pilasters, Ebonised sight edge
SizeH 67 cm (26 in) x W 94 cm (37 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

FAQs

A Regency overmantel mirror is a wide horizontal looking glass designed specifically to be hung above a fireplace mantel, originating during the British Regency era in the early 19th century.

These pieces were typically constructed from carved softwood or gesso-coated timber frames, finished with thin sheets of beaten gold leaf applied over a red bole preparation layer.

Authentic pieces often exhibit original mercury or early silvered glass with foxing, hand-carved wooden construction details, and age-related shrinkage cracks in the gesso layer.

Mounting the piece above a modern minimalist fireplace creates a striking architectural focal point, pairing historical texture with clean, neutral surroundings.

Dust the surface gently with a soft dry brush and avoid all chemical cleaning agents or moisture, which can permanently damage fragile water-gilt finishes.