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Mahogany Fret Wall Mirror Georgian
James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)
for sale €509     $552
£435
James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)

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Mahogany Fret Wall Mirror Georgian

18th century
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A good looking period piece in excellent condition. This Georgian mahogany mirror has attractive fretwork decoration with a central giltwood foliate decoration in the top.

The bevelled plate has a gilt slip around it.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick) has dated this Georgian Mahogany Fret Mirror to the Georgian era.

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A good looking period piece in excellent condition.
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This Georgian mahogany mirror has attractive fretwork decoration with a central giltwood foliate decoration in the top.
James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)

The bevelled plate has a gilt slip around it.

Please don't hesitate to call or email for more images or further information.

Debbie 07749738756

Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick) has dated this Georgian Mahogany Fret Mirror to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1208148
James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)
James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010

Mainly specialising in georgian furniture

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An antique Georgian mahogany wall mirror featuring a scrollwork fretwork frame, a gilded inner slip, and a round carved gilt emblem at the cresting.
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James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)

James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)
Telephone 07749 738 756
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9 Church Street
Warwick
CV34 4AB
United Kingdom
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James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)
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An antique Georgian mahogany wall mirror featuring a scrollwork fretwork frame, a gilded inner slip, and a round carved gilt emblem at the cresting.
Mahogany fret wall mirror Georgian
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An antique Georgian mahogany wall mirror featuring a scrollwork fretwork frame, a gilded inner slip, and a round carved gilt emblem at the cresting.
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A Georgian fretwork mirror features decorative scrollwork borders cut into mahogany framing a rectangular glass plate, frequently accented with gilt mouldings or cresting motifs. Popularised during the 18th century, particularly within the Chippendale era, these mirrors were crafted to reflect ambient light and introduce architectural symmetry.

These mirrors typically utilise mahogany veneers laid over a pine or oak backing, shaped using fretsaws to create scrolling outlines. The inner edge around the mirror glass frequently features a parcel-gilt slip, while upper crestings often incorporate hand-carved gilded wood or gesso detailing.

Authentic Georgian examples usually display hand-sawn backboards with historic fasteners or wooden pegs, age-related oxidisation to the silvering, and slight irregularities in the hand-cut scrollwork. Reproductions often feature modern machine-sawn backings, uniform plywood layers, and contemporary hanging fittings.

A fretwork mirror can be positioned above a console table, a fireplace mantelpiece, or incorporated into a gallery wall to add historical proportion. The dark wood tone contrasts effectively against modern neutral paintwork, rich dark walls, or patterned wallpapers.

Dust the wood frame regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding liquid chemicals or aerosol polishes that can degrade original surface finishes. To preserve the mahogany timber, apply a quality natural beeswax polish sparingly once a year, buffing gently along the grain.
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