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19th C Carved Gilt Wood Mirror
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19th C Carved Gilt Wood Mirror

19th century
Sold 22 October 2026 · Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
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A Carved Gilt Wood Mirror.

The 19th century Carved Gilt Wood Mirror, with a well carved and deep open outer of scrolling and flowing leaves, surrounding a rounded mould of rising and falling leaves emerging from central gathered ribbons.

The original bevelled plate held by a stepped and concave slip.

The rear with an inset wood back.

Height 42 inches, 107cm

Width 31 inches, 79cm

Depth 4 1/2 inches, 12cm

Circa 1850

Date of Manufacture

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this Carved Giltwood Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA1207612
Dealers Internal Reference
24001
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Mytton Antiques

Norton Crossroads

Atcham

Shropshire SY44UH

01952740229

07860575639

Description
A Carved Gilt Wood Mirror.

The 19th century Carved Gilt Wood Mirror, with a well carved and deep open outer of scrolling and flowing leaves, surrounding a rounded mould of rising and falling leaves emerging from central gathered ribbons.

The original bevelled plate held by a stepped and concave slip.

The rear with an inset wood back.

Height 42 inches, 107cm

Width 31 inches, 79cm

Depth 4 1/2 inches, 12cm

Circa 1850

Date of Manufacture

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this Carved Giltwood Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1207612
Dealers Internal Ref
24001
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2008

Fine antiques from the 18th century onwards, supplying both trade and private customers worldwide.

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A rectangular 19th-century wall mirror set within a heavy carved giltwood frame featuring pierced scrollwork and acanthus leaf carving. SOLD22 OCT 26
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Archive I A rectangular 19th-century wall mirror set within a heavy carved giltwood frame featuring pierced scrollwork and acanthus leaf carving. SOLD22 OCT 26

19th C Carved Gilt Wood Mirror

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Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4UH
United Kingdom
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A rectangular 19th-century wall mirror set within a heavy carved giltwood frame featuring pierced scrollwork and acanthus leaf carving.
19TH C CARVED GILT WOOD MIRROR
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A rectangular 19th-century wall mirror set within a heavy carved giltwood frame featuring pierced scrollwork and acanthus leaf carving.
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  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRococo Revival
  • MaterialGiltwood, Glass, Gesso
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsAcanthus leaves, Openwork scrollwork, Moulded leaf border
  • SizeH 107 cm (42 in) x W 79 cm (31 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This 19th-century Rococo Revival mirror follows a French Chateau style, formed from giltwood, gesso, and glass with a bright gold finish. The heavy frame displays deep openwork scrollwork and prominent acanthus leaf carvings, surrounding a rounded moulding of rising and falling leaves emerging from central gathered ribbons. The original bevelled plate is held within a stepped and concave slip, and the reverse holds an inset wooden back. Measuring 107 cm high, 79 cm wide, and 12 cm deep, the mirror has an imposing scale suitable for domestic interiors. Placed above the mantel in a principal reception room or hallway, the piece functions as both a reflective surface and a sculptural wall hanging. The ornate gold decoration and layered foliage motifs complement traditional room schemes, while the substantial depth and carved relief create pronounced shadow play on the surrounding surface. The integration of traditional woodworking techniques, such as the stepped slip and inset wooden back, evidences the construction methods of the period.

These mirrors feature elaborate openwork scrollwork, asymmetrical curves, and botanical motifs such as acanthus leaves inspired by 18th-century French decorative arts.

Frames were typically sculpted from timber, coated with layers of gesso and coloured bole, and finished with hand-applied gold leaf using water or oil gilding techniques.

Authentic period pieces display hand-carving marks, subtle wear showing red or grey clay bole beneath the gilded layer, and historical backboards or silvered glass.

Positioning the mirror above a minimalist fireplace mantelpiece or modern sideboard creates a dramatic focal point by contrasting rich historical ornament with clean lines.

Dust the frame lightly with a dry, soft bristle brush or feather duster, avoiding water or liquid cleaners that dissolve water-gilded gesso bases.
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