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Large 19th Century Ebonised Italian Mirror - No1
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Large 19th Century Ebonised Italian Mirror - No1

19th century
Description

We have been fortunate to get hold of some truly stunning 19th century Italian frames that we have added high quality 6mm mirror plate too.

These mirrors make incredible features on any wall in a great number of interiors. The design is arguably quite contemporary which is why I love this particular style of frame.

The moulding is incredibly fine and when I spoke to my restorer about these he informed me just how hard it is to make this moulding so it really is a testament to the crafts people of the time that created these.

This example is one of our largest with great amount of detail in the frame with nice depth. The ebonised finish has worn away fairly evenly making the frame reddy brown in parts giving a nice patina to it. The original gilt slip is also present.

128cm by 98cm

Can be hung either portrait or landscape.

Physical Dimensions
Height
128cm (50.39")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

TallBoy Interiors has dated this Ebonised Italian Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

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SA1216320
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SKU00002537
Description
We have been fortunate to get hold of some truly stunning 19th century Italian frames that we have added high quality 6mm mirror plate too.

These mirrors make incredible features on any wall in a great number of interiors. The design is arguably quite contemporary which is why I love this particular style of frame.

fig 1. A large rectangular 19th-century Italian mirror featuring a dark ebonised moulded frame with a narrow gilded interior slip.
fig 1. Large 19th Century Ebonised Italian Mirror - No1

The moulding is incredibly fine and when I spoke to my restorer about these he informed me just how hard it is to make this moulding so it really is a testament to the crafts people of the time that created these.

This example is one of our largest with great amount of detail in the frame with nice depth.

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The ebonised finish has worn away fairly evenly making the frame reddy brown in parts giving a nice patina to it.
TallBoy Interiors

The original gilt slip is also present.

128cm by 98cm

Can be hung either portrait or landscape.

Height
128cm (50.39")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated this Ebonised Italian Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1216320
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002537
TallBoy Interiors
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Archive I A large rectangular 19th-century Italian mirror featuring a dark ebonised moulded frame with a narrow gilded interior slip.

Large 19th Century Ebonised Italian Mirror - No1

Archive II A large rectangular 19th-century Italian mirror featuring a dark ebonised moulded frame with a narrow gilded interior slip. View II
Archive III A large rectangular 19th-century Italian mirror featuring a dark ebonised moulded frame with a narrow gilded interior slip. View III
Archive IV A large rectangular 19th-century Italian mirror featuring a dark ebonised moulded frame with a narrow gilded interior slip. View IV
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A large rectangular 19th-century Italian mirror featuring a dark ebonised moulded frame with a narrow gilded interior slip.
Large 19th century Ebonised Italian mirror - No1
Ref: SA1216320
A large rectangular 19th-century Italian mirror featuring a dark ebonised moulded frame with a narrow gilded interior slip.
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FAQs

19th-century Italian ebonised mirrors are characterised by deeply moulded wooden frames treated with black stain or lacquer to imitate ebony wood. These pieces frequently feature contrasting gilded interior slips or sight edges to reflect light and enhance the mirror glass.

These frames were typically crafted from native hardwoods or softwoods such as pine or walnut, which were then stained, painted, or lacquered black. The inner sight lines often featured hand-applied gold leaf over a gesso base, surrounding silvered mirror glass.

Authentic pieces display evidence of hand-carved or machine-turned mouldings appropriate to the period, natural wear along the high points of the frame, and subtle oxidisation or foxing on the glass plate. The backboard construction typically uses hand-cut timber panels and historic fixings.

The dark, structured profile of an ebonised mirror provides strong architectural contrast when hung against light or neutral walls. It pairs effectively with contemporary minimalism, eclectic art displays, or traditional timber furniture.

Dust the frame regularly using a dry, soft microfibre cloth to prevent buildup in the moulded profile. Avoid chemical solvents or water on ebonised and gilded surfaces, and clean the glass plate separately by spraying cleaner onto a cloth rather than directly onto the mirror.
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