Name: A Stunning Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Arched Top Gilt Overmantle Mirror.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1157284
Price: 1995 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Cleall Antiques

Description

A Stunning large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso arched top gilt Overmantle Mirror, with original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 64 cm high

1 metre 58 cm wide

7 cm deep

Physical Dimensions

Height

164cm (64.57")

Width

158cm (62.20")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

Cleall Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1157284

Dealers Notes

We are currently offering our customers at Selling Antiques 15% discount for any of our beautiful mirrors over £500 with free delivery within the UK except Ireland and Scotland.

By appointment only.

Please call Damian on 07831 869955 for any enquires.

Description

A Stunning large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso arched top gilt Overmantle Mirror, with original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 64 cm high

1 metre 58 cm wide

7 cm deep

Physical Dimensions

Height

164cm (64.57")

Width

158cm (62.20")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1157284

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Cleall Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique english & french mirrors.

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Blakedene
Lyminster Road
Lyminster
Nr Arundel
West Sussex
BN17 7QF
United Kingdom

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Location: Blakedene, Lyminster Road, Lyminster, Nr Arundel, West Sussex, BN17 7QF, United Kingdom

Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/cleall

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A Victorian overmantel mirror is designed to sit directly above a fireplace mantelpiece, serving as a focal point in formal reception rooms. These mirrors typically feature arched tops, gilded wood and gesso frames, and classical decorative details such as beaded borders or leaf motifs.

19th-century gilt mirrors were constructed using pine or lime wood bases layered with gesso, a composition of plaster and glue. Gold leaf was then applied using water gilding or oil gilding techniques, surrounding thick plate glass.

Authentic period pieces often show natural wear to the gilded finish, revealing red or grey clay bole beneath the gold leaf. The backboards are typically made of dark, hand-sawn wood planks, and the mirror plate may exhibit light oxidisation or foxing.

Position the mirror centrally above a chimney breast, mantlepiece, or substantial console table to maximize room proportions and reflect light. Pair with contemporary lighting or understated mantle decor to contrast period moulding with modern lines.

Dust giltwood frames gently with a soft, dry feather duster or dry brush, avoiding liquids and commercial cleaning agents which can dissolve gesso and gold leaf. Clean the glass carefully using a microfiber cloth dampened with water, keeping moisture away from the frame.