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An Impressive Scottish/italian Gilded Gesso Overmantel Mirror Attributed to Ciceri & Co. Of Edinburgh, 1830'S
Jeckyll & Co
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An Impressive Scottish/italian Gilded Gesso Overmantel Mirror Attributed to Ciceri & Co. Of Edinburgh, 1830'S

19th century
For Sale by Jeckyll & Co
Description

Rocaille work frame with original gilding

6 feet 3" wide x 3 feet 5" high

The central mirror plates is a replacement probably dating from the late 19th/early 20th century.

Condition: Losses as per the images, full restoration quote available if required.

Ciceri & Co., succeeded Ciceri, Pini & Co of Calton Street, Edinburgh who made mirrors for William Mathie.

Please let me know if you have any questions

For news and stock updates follow us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

Physical Dimensions
Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
192cm (75.59")
Declaration

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Gilded Gesso Overmantel Mirror to the 19th Century.

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SA1189187
Description
Rocaille work frame with original gilding

6 feet 3" wide x 3 feet 5" high

The central mirror plates is a replacement probably dating from the late 19th/early 20th century.

Condition: Losses as per the images, full restoration quote available if required.

fig 1. A wide 19th-century gilded gesso overmantel mirror featuring a three-panel glass design and ornate acanthus leaf cresting.
fig 1. An Impressive Scottish/italian Gilded Gesso Overmantel Mirror Attributed to Ciceri & Co. Of Edinburgh, 1830'S

Ciceri & Co., succeeded Ciceri, Pini & Co of Calton Street, Edinburgh who made mirrors for William Mathie.

Please let me know if you have any questions

For news and stock updates follow us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
192cm (75.59")
Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Gilded Gesso Overmantel Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1189187
Jeckyll & Co
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

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A wide 19th-century gilded gesso overmantel mirror featuring a three-panel glass design and ornate acanthus leaf cresting.
An impressive Scottish/Italian gilded gesso overmantel mirror attributed to Ciceri & Co. of Edinburgh, 1830's
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Early 19th-century overmantel mirrors were designed specifically to rest above fireplace mantels, serving as architectural focal points. They often feature horizontal tripartite glass configurations and elaborate giltwood or gesso mouldings influenced by Regency and William IV design.

These frames were typically crafted from softwood substrates coated with gessoa mixture of binder and chalkand decorated with gold leaf. The mirrors utilised silvered glass plates set into sectional panels.

Authentic 1830s pieces display hand-carved details, timber backboards held by antique tacks, and natural oxidisation spots on the mirror plate. The gilding often shows age-related wear, revealing red or grey bole beneath the gold leaf.

Position the mirror above a stone mantelpiece or atop a low sideboard to anchor a drawing room or dining area. The gilded finish pairs effectively with neutral plaster walls or deep heritage paint shades.

Clean the glass carefully using a soft cloth without allowing liquids to seep into the frame borders. Dust the carved gesso moulding with a dry, soft-bristled brush, avoiding water, polished waxes, or chemical cleaners.
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