Search 0
51,335  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 225 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
225 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1205737
FOR SALE
£17,500
Email Phone
Save
A George I Giltwood Mirror
For sale by John Carroll Antiques ltd.
for sale €20,475     $22,225
£17,500

John Carroll Antiques ltd.

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jun 2025
Browse dealers 37 items
↓ Relevant Links
Id #SA1205737
PDF SHARE
SAVE

A George I Giltwood Mirror

18th century
Description

The original arched rectangular plate with a gesso cut border,

below a central scroll cartouche with feathers and tassels,

flanked by opposing eagles heads with acanthus and gesso cut flowers,

on a punched ground, with a shaped apron and central scallop,

retaining pleasing original gilding.

Circa, 1720

Physical Dimensions
Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
67cm (26.38")
Declaration

John Carroll Antiques ltd. has dated this George I Giltwood Mirror to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1205737
Description
The original arched rectangular plate with a gesso cut border,

below a central scroll cartouche with feathers and tassels,

flanked by opposing eagles heads with acanthus and gesso cut flowers,

on a punched ground, with a shaped apron and central scallop,

retaining pleasing original gilding.

Circa, 1720

Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
67cm (26.38")
Date of Manufacture

John Carroll Antiques ltd. has dated this George I Giltwood Mirror to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1205737
John Carroll Antiques ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2025
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the John Carroll Antiques ltd. Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A George I carved giltwood wall mirror featuring an ornate crest with eagle motifs, a lower carved shell apron, and twin brass candle sconces.
1 / 1
Archive I A George I carved giltwood wall mirror featuring an ornate crest with eagle motifs, a lower carved shell apron, and twin brass candle sconces.

A George I Giltwood Mirror

Enlarged Archival View

John Carroll Antiques ltd.
Telephone 07802 345529
Location
Down
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/johncarrollantiquescom
Verified Since Jun 2025
Items For Sale 37
John Carroll Antiques ltd.
Verified Since Jun 2025
View Dealer Info
Location: Down, United Kingdom,
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/johncarrollantiquescom
Verified
Jun 2025
For Sale
37
A George I carved giltwood wall mirror featuring an ornate crest with eagle motifs, a lower carved shell apron, and twin brass candle sconces.
A GEORGE I GILTWOOD MIRROR
Ref: SA1205737
A George I carved giltwood wall mirror featuring an ornate crest with eagle motifs, a lower carved shell apron, and twin brass candle sconces.
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge I
  • MaterialGiltwood, Glass, Brass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsEagle cresting, Carved shell motif, Brass candle sconces, Scrollwork borders
  • SizeH 103 cm (41 in) x W 67 cm (26 in)

This George I giltwood mirror displays an arched rectangular plate framed by a gesso cut border, set below a central scroll cartouche with feathers and tassels. Opposing eagle heads flanked by acanthus leaves and gesso cut flowers decorate the crest on a punched ground, while the shaped apron features a central scallop. Two brass candle sconces project from the lower frame, holding lit candles with visible wicks against the glass plate, which shows signs of age with dark speckling and foxing spots. The frame exhibits weathered gold gilding and scrollwork borders along its edges. Measuring 103 cm high and 67 cm wide, this wall-mounted piece suits placement above a sideboard in an English Country House setting. It brings period character to a dining room, hallway, or living space, reflecting light from its mirrored surface and attached candles.

FAQs

George I mirrors, originating from the early 18th century, are defined by architectural proportions, carved oil gilding, and bold decorative elements such as eagle crestings, shell motifs, and side scrolls.

Frames were typically carved from softwoods like pine or lime, coated with layers of gesso, and finished with gold leaf using water or oil gilding techniques alongside mercury-silvered glass plates.

Authentic pieces display hand-carved joinery on the back, natural oxidation or foxing to the original mercury glass, and genuine wear or layered gesso visible beneath the gilding.

Positioning an ornate giltwood mirror above a contemporary sideboard or fireplace creates a compelling focal point, balancing historical craftsmanship with minimalist modern lines.

Dust gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding water or chemical sprays that can dissolve gesso and lift delicate gold leaf.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories