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Large 19th Century Victorian Ebonised and Gilt Overmantle Mirror
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Large 19th Century Victorian Ebonised and Gilt Overmantle Mirror

19th century
Sold 18 October 2025 · Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
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Description

A stunning 19th century English ebonised and gilt overmantle mirror.

This overmantle mirror has its original glass and wood panelled back. It is in very good condition with lovely gilding. The original glass is also in good condition with some nice foxing to the glass as can be seen in the images attached.

It measures,

Height - 140cm

Width - 129cm

Width of frame - 109cm

Width of glass - 97cm

Depth - 7cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
129cm (50.79")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1130584
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
A stunning 19th century English ebonised and gilt overmantle mirror.

This overmantle mirror has its original glass and wood panelled back. It is in very good condition with lovely gilding.

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The original 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

It measures,

Height - 140cm

Width - 129cm

Width of frame - 109cm

Width of glass - 97cm

Depth - 7cm

Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
129cm (50.79")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1130584
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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A large rectangular Victorian ebonised overmantel mirror features ornate gilt detailing, corner brackets, and a central carved shell motif.
Large 19th Century Victorian Ebonised And Gilt Overmantle Mirror
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWood, Gilt, Glass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsShell cresting, Corner brackets, Gilt scrollwork, Greek key motifs
  • SizeH 140 cm (55 in) x W 129 cm (51 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

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A Victorian overmantel mirror is a large decorative mirror specifically designed to be hung or placed on the mantelpiece above a fireplace during the 19th century, serving both a functional purpose and as a grand interior focal point.

These mirrors typically feature a wooden construction, often pine or hardwood, finished with ebonised paint and detailed with hand-applied gold leaf or gilt gesso, housing heavy plate glass secured within a robust back frame.

Authentic pieces often display period-specific characteristics such as hand-beveled mercury glass with oxidation spots, hand-carved wooden or gesso ornamentation, and older construction techniques visible on the rear panels.

Placing the mirror directly above a fireplace anchors the room, while leaning it casually against a plain wall introduces a striking contrast between historical ornamentation and contemporary minimalism.

Preservation requires dusting with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding chemical cleaning agents that damage the delicate gilt and ebonised finishes, and maintaining stable room humidity to protect the wood and glass.
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