George III Mahogany “Hoho Bird” Fretwork Mirror, C.1780.

Name: George III Mahogany “Hoho Bird” Fretwork Mirror, C.1780.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1181427
Price: 875 GBP
Availability: InStock

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An 18th-century George III mahogany wall mirror featuring a fretwork scrolled frame, gilt inner moulding, and a gilded carved Ho-Ho bird crest at the top.

George III mahogany “HoHo Bird” fretwork mirror, c.1780.

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ObjectWall Mirrors
Period18th century
StyleGeorge III
MaterialMahogany, Giltwood, Glass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsHo-Ho bird crest, Fretwork scrollwork, Parcel-gilt moulding, Ear scrolled corners
SizeH 91.5 cm (36 in) x W 49.5 cm (19 in)

This George III wall mirror dates from around 1780 and exemplifies the English Country House style with its dark brown mahogany timber and parcel-gilt details. The piece takes the form of a rectangular mirror plate set within a cross-grain moulded frame and an inner gilt slip. Elaborate fretwork scrollwork extends across the shaped cresting board and down the ear-scrolled corners, topped by a gilded carved Ho-Ho bird crest. The wood exhibits a deep brown hue, contrasted by the bright gold leaf of the central bird decoration and the inner moulding. Measuring 91.5 cm high and 49.5 cm wide, the mirror suits placement above a sideboard in a dining room or living space. The construction includes a vertical rectangular glass plate housed safely within the timber borders, equipped for hanging on a wall.

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Originating in 18th-century Britain, a George III fretwork mirror features hand-cut scrolled mahogany silhouette framing, often embellished with gilt mouldings and crest motifs such as a Ho-Ho bird or shell.

These mirrors are predominantly constructed from solid or veneered mahogany, featuring pine backing boards, hand-carved giltwood or gesso crests, and silvered glass.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-saw marks on the fretwork edges, natural timber shrinkage, hand-forged fasteners on the backboard, and characteristic oxidation or foxing on the glass plate.

Position the mirror above a console table, mantelpiece, or hallway sideboard to contrast dark mahogany timber against contemporary painted walls.

Clean the timber frame with a dry microfibre cloth and beeswax polish, while avoiding harsh liquid cleaners on the glass or gilded elements to protect the finish.

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George III Mahogany “Hoho Bird” Fretwork Mirror, C.1780.