Regent Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.
The arched rectangular mirror is framed with with egg-and-dart moulding with beading and with scrolled carving to the lower corners.
The quality and craftsmanship of this stunning piece are absolutely superb.
Add an elegant touch to a special wall in your home with this fantastic mirror.
Provenance:
The private collection of Sir Malcolm and Lady Natalie Walker.
Condition:
The gilded frame in excellent condition, the mirror plate is original and also in excellent condiition, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 168 cm x Width 160 cm x Depth 18 cm - Frame
Height 147 cm x Width 124 cm - Mirror
Dimensions in inches:
Height 5 foot, 6 inches x Width 5 foot, 3 inches x Depth 7 inches - Frame
Height 4 foot, 10 inches x Width 4 feet, 1 inch - Mirror
Gilding
The purpose of gilding is to give the appearance of solid gold, a practice that began over 4,000 years ago in Egypt. Paintings from Egyptian tombs from around 2000 B.C. show workers pounding gold into thin sheets to apply to pieces of furniture and coffins. The Greeks applied gilding to statues in around 400 B.C.E., and gilding techniques have continued to be used in Europe, South America, Spain, Britain and the United States.
During the 18th century, Louis XIV of France flaunted his wealth with gilded furnishings, framed artwork and architectural detailing, marking France as a leader in the decorative arts.
There are two methods of true gilding: oil gilding and water gilding.
Oil gilding uses an oil-based product on a prepared surface, and the leaf is gently pressed onto the surface.
Water gilding uses a water-based adhesive that causes the gold leaf to adhere to the surface.
Our reference: A4648
Regent Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.
We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.
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Antique Large Victorian Giltwood Wall Mirror C.1860 168x160cm 19th C
