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A Fine and Impressive Large Wall Mirror in a Classical Gilt Frame, Circa 1830
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A Fine and Impressive Large Wall Mirror in a Classical Gilt Frame, Circa 1830

19th century
Description

This elegant early 19th-century mirror is set within a richly ornamented giltwood frame of strong architectural form. The frame is surmounted by a bold stepped cornice with dentil moulding, above fluted uprights and a finely detailed inner border decorated with scrolling foliate and vine motifs, all delicately picked out in contrasting dark detailing. The proportions and restrained classical ornament place the mirror firmly within the late Georgian / early Regency period.

The original plate is bevelled and of generous scale, offering excellent depth and light reflection, making it particularly effective in both traditional and contemporary interiors. The gilt surface has mellowed beautifully with age, retaining its original character and warmth, with minor surface wear consistent with date.

Its classical lines and generous size allow it to sit comfortably within country house, Regency or neoclassical schemes.

Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Regency Gilt Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
177cm (69.69")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Reference Numbers
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SA1198644
Dealers Internal Reference
C2736
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Description
This elegant early 19th-century mirror is set within a richly ornamented giltwood frame of strong architectural form. The frame is surmounted by a bold stepped cornice with dentil moulding, above fluted uprights and a finely detailed inner border decorated with scrolling foliate and vine motifs, all delicately picked out in contrasting dark detailing.
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The proportions and restrained classical ornament place the mirror firmly within the late Georgian / early Regency period.
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fig 1. A large rectangular classical giltwood wall mirror featuring a dentil cornice, reeded columns, scroll brackets, and an inner botanical vine border.
fig 1. A Fine and Impressive Large Wall Mirror in a Classical Gilt Frame, Circa 1830

The original plate is bevelled and of generous scale, offering excellent depth and light reflection, making it particularly effective in both traditional and contemporary interiors. The gilt surface has mellowed beautifully with age, retaining its original character and warmth, with minor surface wear consistent with date.

Its classical lines and generous size allow it to sit comfortably within country house, Regency or neoclassical schemes.

Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Regency Gilt Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Height
177cm (69.69")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1198644
Dealers Internal Ref
C2736
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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A Fine and Impressive Large Wall Mirror in a Classical Gilt Frame, Circa 1830

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A large rectangular classical giltwood wall mirror featuring a dentil cornice, reeded columns, scroll brackets, and an inner botanical vine border.
A fine and impressive large wall mirror in a classical gilt frame, circa 1830
Ref: SA1198644
A large rectangular classical giltwood wall mirror featuring a dentil cornice, reeded columns, scroll brackets, and an inner botanical vine border.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialGiltwood, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsDentil moulding, Reeded columns, Scroll brackets, Botanical vine border
  • SizeH 177 cm (70 in) x W 150 cm (59 in)

This large rectangular wall mirror belongs to the Regency period around 1830. Constructed from giltwood and glass, the piece displays a gold finish with contrasting dark detailing across the botanical vine border, along with a bold stepped cornice featuring dentil moulding, reeded columns at the sides, scroll brackets at the base, and a bevelled glass plate. The frame measures 177 cm high and 150 cm wide. Positioned in a home today, the mirror is suited for placement above the mantel in a living room, dining room, or hallway. Its classical architecture accommodates traditional, country house, or contemporary interiors, providing generous reflection and light in larger spaces.

FAQs

Mirrors from around 1830 display Regency and William IV architectural details, including dentil cornices, reeded columns, decorative scroll brackets, and etched or painted botanical inner borders.

These frames were constructed from carved timber coated with gesso, finished with hand-applied gold leaf gilding, and fitted with silvered or mercury glass mirror plates.

Authentic pieces exhibit age-appropriate wear showing red or grey bole beneath the gilding, light foxing on the glass plate, and hand-cut timber backing boards.

Place the mirror above a contemporary sideboard or fireplace mantelpiece to serve as an architectural focal point while reflecting light across the room.

Remove dust using a dry, soft camel-hair brush, avoiding water, chemical solvents, or wet cloths that can dissolve the water gilding and gesso substrate.
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