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Large Victorian Oval Gilt Mirror
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
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Large Victorian Oval Gilt Mirror

19th century
Description

A super Victorian oval mirror on the large side, with bow detailing and bevelled mirror plate, in lovely original condition.

37" high

27" wide

FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND

EXCLUDES SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

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You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

Please contact us for more images,  Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Oval Gilt Mirror to the 1880s.

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All measurements are taken at the widest points.

Please call 07968450046 for more information on this item.

We recommend that you arrange an appointment to view the items before you buy them. Appointments to view our stock can be arranged by contacting us via email donna.fernyhough@ntlworld.com or you can call 07968450046 (lines open 9am-10pm, 365 days a year)

Appointments can be made 7 days a week, daytime or evening appointments offered subject to availability.

Please take time to visit our website WWW.FERNYHOUGHANTIQUES.CO.UK to view more images and stock, Seven showrooms open for viewing by appointment.

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If by any chance you find an item not suitable, you will receive a full refund if the item is in the same condition as it left us, minus carriage costs.

Description
A super Victorian oval mirror on the large side, with bow detailing and bevelled mirror plate, in lovely original condition.

37" high

27" wide

FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND

EXCLUDES SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

FOR EUROPEAN DELIVERIES PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTE

fig 1. A large Victorian oval wall mirror featuring a ribbed gilt frame with crossed ribbon motifs surrounding a bevelled glass mirror plate.
fig 1. Large Victorian Oval Gilt Mirror

You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

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Please contact us for more images,  Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham).
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

Date of Manufacture

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Oval Gilt Mirror to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1154311
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Seven showrooms of excellent quality antiques and decorative items.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Fernyhough Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07968 45 00 46
Location
Unit 5
The Elms Business Park
Appleby Magna
Derbyshire
DE12 7AP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/fernyhough
Verified Since Jan 2011
Items For Sale 570
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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
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A large Victorian oval wall mirror featuring a ribbed gilt frame with crossed ribbon motifs surrounding a bevelled glass mirror plate.
Large Victorian Oval Gilt Mirror
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FAQs

Victorian gilt mirrors are characterised by ornate frame mouldings, frequently featuring foliage, ribbon, or scroll motifs finished with gold leaf. During this era, oval and rounded shapes gained popularity for mantle and hall displays, replacing earlier rigid Georgian symmetry.

These frames were typically constructed from pine or lime wood coated in layers of gesso and moulded plaster or composition ornament. Water gilding or oil gilding using thin gold leaf was applied to the surface, framing a mercury-amalgam or silvered glass plate.

Authentic pieces often show natural age-related dark spots or oxidation on the mirror glass silvering, known as foxing. The gilding typically displays subtle wear revealing the reddish or grey clay bole beneath, alongside timber backing boards secured with old hand-cut or square nails.

Positioning an oval gilt mirror above a hallway console table or living room mantelpiece creates a structural focal point. The warm metallic tones complement both neutral muted wall shades and rich dark paint palettes.

Gilt frames should be dusted gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush or feather duster without liquid cleaners, which dissolve original water gilding. The glass plate should be wiped using a slightly damp cloth, ensuring water does not seep beneath the edge into the frame structure.
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