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Carolean Style Oval Oak Wall Mirror
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
for sale €3,335     $3,620
£2,850
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Carolean Style Oval Oak Wall Mirror

19th century
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An Extremely Attractive And Very Good Quality Late 19th Century Oak Oval Wall Mirror, In The Carolean Style, Having Foliate Carved Cushion Frame Surmounted By Pair Of Carved Cherubs Holding Central Set Urn With Overflowing Carved Fruit.

This Late 19th Century Victorian Mirror is particularly good quality for one of this period which has been made in the style of an earlier period. The carving is crisp and well executed with good definition and the oak timber which has been used is of a good, high grade, which has resulted in the mirror building a good colour and surface.

The mirror plate itself is almost certainly original and also in good, functional condition. Clearly the mirror has bene well loved and looked after throughout its life.

Perfect for a whole host of spots around the home we feel this mirror has a real charm and elegance to it and would add a great focal point to just about any room it is placed in.

As with all items we offer for sale this Carolean Style Carved Wall Mirror has been inspected and naturally wax polished in the traditional fashion by our highly skilled antique furniture restorers before being offered for sale.

Circa 1880.

Height 47.5in.

Width 29.5in.

Depth 3in.

Declaration

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this Carolean Carved Oak Mirror to the 19th Century.

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SA1177245
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8831
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Description
An Extremely Attractive And Very Good Quality Late 19th Century Oak Oval Wall Mirror, In The Carolean Style, Having Foliate Carved Cushion Frame Surmounted By Pair Of Carved Cherubs Holding Central Set Urn With Overflowing Carved Fruit.
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This Late 19th Century Victorian Mirror is particularly good quality for one of this period which has been made in the style of an earlier period.
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd

The carving is crisp and well executed with good definition and the oak timber which has been used is of a good, high grade, which has resulted in the mirror building a good colour and surface.

fig 1. An oval wall mirror framed in carved dark oak, topped with a cresting featuring two cherubs flanking a central urn.
fig 1. Carolean Style Oval Oak Wall Mirror

The mirror plate itself is almost certainly original and also in good, functional condition. Clearly the mirror has bene well loved and looked after throughout its life.

Perfect for a whole host of spots around the home we feel this mirror has a real charm and elegance to it and would add a great focal point to just about any room it is placed in.

fig 2. An oval wall mirror framed in carved dark oak, topped with a cresting featuring two cherubs flanking a central urn.
fig 2. Carolean Style Oval Oak Wall Mirror

As with all items we offer for sale this Carolean Style Carved Wall Mirror has been inspected and naturally wax polished in the traditional fashion by our highly skilled antique furniture restorers before being offered for sale.

Circa 1880.

Height 47.5in.

Width 29.5in.

Depth 3in.

Date of Manufacture

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this Carolean Carved Oak Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1177245
Dealers Internal Ref
8831
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2007
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Telephone 01525 719300 or 07801 428701 (24 HRS)
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Ampthill
Bedfordshire
MK45 9AW
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An oval wall mirror framed in carved dark oak, topped with a cresting featuring two cherubs flanking a central urn.
Carolean Style Oval Oak Wall Mirror
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Carolean style mirrors emerged during the reign of King Charles II in late 17th-century England, influenced by Continental Baroque design. This style is recognised by elaborate wood carving, featuring cherubs, scrolling foliage, crowns, and urn motifs framing central oval or rectangular glass plates.

Historically, Carolean style mirrors were crafted from native woods such as oak, walnut, or pine, often finished with dark stain, lacquer, or gilding. Frames were hand-carved using chisels and gouges, with mirror plates made from early blown glass with mercury silvering backed by solid wooden panels.

Authentic 17th-century pieces display irregularities from hand-carving tools, hand-forged iron fixings, and natural timber shrinkage over centuries. Revival pieces from the 19th or early 20th century typically feature machine-assisted backing, modern screw threads, and more uniform carving profiles.

Positioning a carved oak mirror above a clean-lined console table or mantelpiece creates a focal point through texture and historical contrast. Pairing dark carved wood with neutral wall shades allows the sculptural details of the frame to remain distinct.

Dust the frame regularly with a soft, dry brush to clean intricate carved recesses without causing abrasion. Apply a natural beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, and clean the glass with a lint-free cloth lightly dampened with water rather than direct chemical sprays.
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