Victorian Overmantel Mirror 19th Century

Name: Very Large Victorian Overmantel Mirror
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1191432
Price: 1400 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A Victorian overmantel mirror is a wide, often arched mirror designed specifically to sit directly above a fireplace mantelpiece. Typically produced during the 19th century, these mirrors featured decorative moulded frames finished in gold leaf or gilding to reflect light across grand reception rooms.

These mirrors were constructed with soft timber backings covered in plaster or gesso moulding, which was subsequently hand-gilded with thin sheets of gold leaf. The reflective mirror plates were originally made using mercury amalgams, later transitioning to silvered glass plates backed by pine boards.

Authentic Victorian overmantel mirrors typically feature original wooden backboards, natural wear to the gilding revealing reddish bole or grey gesso beneath, and subtle oxidisation or dark spotting on the glass plate. Additionally, hand-turned screws and plaster moulding joinery indicate period construction.

Position the mirror above a living room fireplace or atop a dining room sideboard to add height to the room. The warm metallic frame contrasts effectively against modern matte paint finishes, creating a focal point that bridges traditional architecture with modern furnishings.

Avoid using water or liquid household cleaners on gilded frames, as moisture can dissolve the underlying gesso and loosen the gold leaf. Dust the frame regularly with a dry, soft-bristled brush, and clean the glass plate using a slightly damp microfibre cloth without spraying moisture directly onto the frame.

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