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Georgian Chippendale Mirror with Gilt Decoration, in Original Untouched Condition, Swansea, Wales, Circa 1800
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Georgian Chippendale Mirror with Gilt Decoration, in Original Untouched Condition, Swansea, Wales, Circa 1800

18th century
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Description

A rare mirror in a Chippendale design, with a bevelled glass set in a carved frame with a swan neck pediment with central shield motif, and a shaped base with a central floral motif. (The bar across the mirror is a reflection of a picture rail on the opposite wall.)

The frame is in spruce with the original faux-mahogany painted finish and has a wonderful patinated surface.

The embellishments have, in the main, their original water-gilt finish (the most expensive technique), with some later touching-up to parts of the glass surround and the lower floral motif.

The reverse has the rare survival of the maker's label - that of James Stanley Johnston, "Carver, Gilder and Picture Frame Manufacturer" of Swansea, south Wales.

Circa 1800

Height: 42.5 ins.; 108 cms.

Width: 27 ins.; 68.5 cms.

Depth: 2.25 ins.; 5.5 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
68.5cm (26.97")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Declaration

WelshAntiques has dated this Georgian Chippendale Wall Mirror to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1144448
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A rare mirror in a Chippendale design, with a bevelled glass set in a carved frame with a swan neck pediment with central shield motif, and a shaped base with a central floral motif. (The bar across the mirror is a reflection of a picture rail on the opposite wall.)
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The frame is in spruce with the original faux-mahogany painted finish and has a wonderful patinated surface.
WelshAntiques
fig 1. A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette.
fig 1. Georgian Chippendale Mirror with Gilt Decoration, in Original Untouched Condition, Swansea, Wales, Circa 1800

The embellishments have, in the main, their original water-gilt finish (the most expensive technique), with some later touching-up to parts of the glass surround and the lower floral motif.

The reverse has the rare survival of the maker's label - that of James Stanley Johnston, "Carver, Gilder and Picture Frame Manufacturer" of Swansea, south Wales.

Circa 1800

Height: 42.5 ins.; 108 cms.

Width: 27 ins.; 68.5 cms.

Depth: 2.25 ins.; 5.5 cms.

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
68.5cm (26.97")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Date of Manufacture

WelshAntiques has dated this Georgian Chippendale Wall Mirror to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1144448
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Archive I A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette.

Georgian Chippendale Mirror with Gilt Decoration, in Original Untouched Condition, Swansea, Wales, Circa 1800

Archive II A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette. View II
Archive III A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette. View III
Archive IV A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette. View IV
Archive V A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette. View V
Archive VI A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette. View VI
Archive VII A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette. View VII
Archive VIII A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette. View VIII
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A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette.
Georgian Chippendale Mirror with Gilt Decoration, in Original Untouched Condition, Swansea, Wales, circa 1800
Ref: SA1144448
A dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale wall mirror featuring a carved gilt shell cresting, inner gilt moulding slip, and a bottom gilt patera rosette.
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Georgian Chippendale mirrors are characterised by hand-cut fretwork frame silhouettes, pedimented crestings, and gilded decorative motifs such as shells, rosettes, or eagles. Originating in 18th-century Britain, these mirrors exhibit balanced proportions, rich mahogany timber, and refined hand-carved accents.

Frames were typically constructed from solid mahogany or walnut veneers, frequently featuring hand-carved water-gilded mouldings and decorative crests. The mirror plates were hand-cast glass, often finished with a subtle hand-bevelled border and silvered mercury backing.

Authentic period examples generally display hand-sawn pine backboards fastened with wrought tacks, irregular hand-cut fretwork profiles, and genuine mercury glass silvering showing natural oxidisation or foxing. Original gilding shows gentle wear and subtle patination rather than uniform modern gilt paint.

Hang the mirror above a simple console table or fireplace mantelpiece to create an engaging structural accent that balances classic fretwork with contemporary decor. The warm wood tones and original gilding pair effectively with both neutral minimalist walls and dark heritage colour palettes.

Dust the timber frame gently with a dry microfibre cloth, avoiding commercial polish, spray cleaner, or water near gilded surfaces. Clean the glass plate using a slightly dampened cloth, ensuring liquid does not run down into the frame edge where it could compromise the original silvered backing.
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