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Large Wide 19th Century Victorian English Ebonised and Parcel Gilt Overmantle Mirror
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
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Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

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Large Wide 19th Century Victorian English Ebonised and Parcel Gilt Overmantle Mirror

19th century
Description

A stunning 19th century English Ebonised and parcel gilt overmantle mirror with its original bevelled glass and wood panelled back.

This overmantle mirror is in very good condition, the original bevelled glass is also in good condition with some foxing to the glass as can be seen in the images attached. It is a wonderful size.

This mirror measures:

Height - 109cm

Width - 166cm

Depth - 5cm

Width of glass centre - 109cm

Width of glass - 19cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
166cm (65.35")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated this Victorian Ebonised Overmantel Mirror to the 1880s.

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SA1184589
Dealers Notes

We are based in North Dorset, England and have been trading in antiques and decorative art for over 30 years. We exhibit at all the major antique and decorative fairs across the UK , specialising in 19th and 20th Century European sculpture, including the Art Nouveau and Art Deco period, English and French mirrors , decorative French furniture and lighting.

We pride ourselves on offering an excellent customer service and use a specialist transport company for all our deliveries to ensure an efficient and safe delivery of all purchases. If you need any help or advice on any of our items please feel free to contact us by telephone or email.

Description
A stunning 19th century English Ebonised and parcel gilt overmantle mirror with its original bevelled glass and wood panelled back.
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This overmantle mirror is in very good condition, the original bevelled glass is also in good condition with some foxing to the glass as can be seen in the images attached.
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

It is a wonderful size.

This mirror measures:

Height - 109cm

Width - 166cm

Depth - 5cm

Width of glass centre - 109cm

Width of glass - 19cm

Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
166cm (65.35")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated this Victorian Ebonised Overmantel Mirror to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1184589
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialising in art deco and art nouveau sculpture, french and english mirrors and french decorative furniture

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques Profile Page

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A wide 19th-century Victorian ebonised and parcel-gilt tripartite overmantel mirror featuring a top spindle gallery, fretwork frieze, and incised linear detailing.
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Archive I A wide 19th-century Victorian ebonised and parcel-gilt tripartite overmantel mirror featuring a top spindle gallery, fretwork frieze, and incised linear detailing.

Large Wide 19th Century Victorian English Ebonised and Parcel Gilt Overmantle Mirror

Archive II A wide 19th-century Victorian ebonised and parcel-gilt tripartite overmantel mirror featuring a top spindle gallery, fretwork frieze, and incised linear detailing. View II
Archive III A wide 19th-century Victorian ebonised and parcel-gilt tripartite overmantel mirror featuring a top spindle gallery, fretwork frieze, and incised linear detailing. View III
Archive IV A wide 19th-century Victorian ebonised and parcel-gilt tripartite overmantel mirror featuring a top spindle gallery, fretwork frieze, and incised linear detailing. View IV
Archive V A wide 19th-century Victorian ebonised and parcel-gilt tripartite overmantel mirror featuring a top spindle gallery, fretwork frieze, and incised linear detailing. View V
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Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Telephone 07770 752 762
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United Kingdom
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Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
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A wide 19th-century Victorian ebonised and parcel-gilt tripartite overmantel mirror featuring a top spindle gallery, fretwork frieze, and incised linear detailing.
Large Wide 19th Century Victorian English Ebonised And Parcel Gilt Overmantle Mirror
Ref: SA1184589
A wide 19th-century Victorian ebonised and parcel-gilt tripartite overmantel mirror featuring a top spindle gallery, fretwork frieze, and incised linear detailing.
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A Victorian overmantel mirror is a wide decorative wall mirror designed specifically to sit directly above a fireplace mantlepiece. Popular in 19th-century English homes, these mirrors often incorporated architectural elements such as galleries, columns, and gilt accents to maximize light reflection within reception rooms.

19th-century ebonised mirrors were constructed from hardwoods such as birch, beech, or walnut, which were stained black to imitate imported ebony wood. Highlights were frequently detailed using parcel gilding with thin gold leaf applied over red or yellow bole grounds.

Authentic period pieces show genuine age-related wear to the gilding, revealing the underlying base coats or dark timber. The mirror glass may display light oxidisation or de-silvering, and the reverse frame typically shows hand-sawn timber backing panels and original iron hanging fittings.

Position the mirror above a chimney breast or dark wood console table to anchor a rooms focal point. The black and gold palette pairs effectively with contemporary neutral walls, dark dramatic backdrop shades, or traditional heritage paint colours.

Dust gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or natural feather duster to avoid lifting delicate gold leaf. Avoid liquid solvents, chemical sprays, or abrasive polishes, as these can dissolve traditional ebonising stains and lift fragile gilding.
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