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Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror
Hingstons of Wilton
for sale €1,463     $1,588
£1,250

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Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror

19th century
Description

Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror with Mirrored Border

A striking and elegant 19th-century oval mirror, exquisitely framed in richly carved giltwood. The frame is adorned with classical decorative motifs, including laurel leaves, floral garlands, and a ribbon crest at the top, showcasing the ornate craftsmanship of the period.

What sets this piece apart is the delicate row of small inset mirror panels surrounding the main central oval mirror plate. These mirrored borders are embedded into the carved gilt frame, adding depth, luminosity, and a subtle play of light that enhances the overall grandeur.

This mirror is both a statement decorative element and a beautiful example of 19th-century design—ideal for hallways, sitting rooms, or above mantelpieces in traditional or eclectic interiors.

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

Dimensions:

132 cm (52 in) high

89 cm (35 in) wide

6 cm (2½ in) deepDelivery

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with. This Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Items remain on sale until payment is received.

Physical Dimensions
Height
132cm (51.97")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Giltwood Oval Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1152870
Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

Description
Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror with Mirrored Border

A striking and elegant 19th-century oval mirror, exquisitely framed in richly carved giltwood.

The frame is adorned with classical decorative motifs, including laurel leaves, floral garlands, and a ribbon crest at the top, showcasing the ornate craftsmanship of the period.
Hingstons of Wilton
fig 1. An antique oval wall mirror featuring an ornate gilded frame adorned with a ribbon and wreath crest, leaf motifs, and a beaded inner border.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror

What sets this piece apart is the delicate row of small inset mirror panels surrounding the main central oval mirror plate. These mirrored borders are embedded into the carved gilt frame, adding depth, luminosity, and a subtle play of light that enhances the overall grandeur.

fig 2. An antique oval wall mirror featuring an ornate gilded frame adorned with a ribbon and wreath crest, leaf motifs, and a beaded inner border.
fig 2. Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror

This mirror is both a statement decorative element and a beautiful example of 19th-century design—ideal for hallways, sitting rooms, or above mantelpieces in traditional or eclectic interiors.

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

fig 3. An antique oval wall mirror featuring an ornate gilded frame adorned with a ribbon and wreath crest, leaf motifs, and a beaded inner border.
fig 3. Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror

Dimensions:

132 cm (52 in) high

89 cm (35 in) wide

6 cm (2½ in) deepDelivery

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

fig 4. An antique oval wall mirror featuring an ornate gilded frame adorned with a ribbon and wreath crest, leaf motifs, and a beaded inner border.
fig 4. Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with. This Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

fig 5. An antique oval wall mirror featuring an ornate gilded frame adorned with a ribbon and wreath crest, leaf motifs, and a beaded inner border.
fig 5. Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Items remain on sale until payment is received.

Height
132cm (51.97")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Giltwood Oval Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1152870
Hingstons of Wilton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Hingstons of Wilton Profile Page

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An antique oval wall mirror featuring an ornate gilded frame adorned with a ribbon and wreath crest, leaf motifs, and a beaded inner border.
Antique 19th Century Oval Gilt Framed Mirror
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

These mirrors feature oval glass plates framed in carved wood or composition moulding finished with leaf gilding, frequently decorated with Neoclassical motifs such as ribbon knots, crests, and floral swags inspired by Louis XVI design.

The framing typically consists of carved timber or moulded plaster composition over softwood, layered with gesso, clay bole, and genuine gold leaf gilding, holding hand-cut or early plate mirror glass.

Genuine period examples display subtle wear to the gold leaf, revealing grey or reddish bole underneath, alongside visible joins in the wooden backing and natural age foxing or oxidisation spots on the mirror glass.

Placing a gilded oval mirror above a modern console table or a simple fireplace mantel creates a focal point, pairing intricate classical moulding with clean contemporary lines.

Dust the frame gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfibre cloth, avoiding water or liquid chemical cleaners that can dissolve water gilding or erode sensitive gesso layers.
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