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Very Large Antique Oval Mirror. Parcel Gilt. C1860
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Very Large Antique Oval Mirror. Parcel Gilt. C1860

19th century
Description

Parcel Gilt Oval Wall Mirror of impressive proportions, dating from 1860. Very well executed water-gilded highlights along with attractive off white paintwork.

Original mercury silvered mirror plate with overall foxing and some very fine historic cleaning scratches, overall very atmospheric.

Original backing board.

Can be hung portrait or landscape.

Size 138 cm x 113.5 cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
138cm (54.33")
Width
113.5cm (44.69")
Declaration

Fine Antique Mirrors has dated this Antique Parcel Gilt Mirror to the 1860s.

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SA1216701
Description
Parcel Gilt Oval Wall Mirror of impressive proportions, dating from 1860. Very well executed water-gilded highlights along with attractive off white paintwork.
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Original mercury silvered mirror plate with overall foxing and some very fine historic cleaning scratches, overall very atmospheric.
Fine Antique Mirrors

Original backing board.

Can be hung portrait or landscape.

Size 138 cm x 113.5 cm.

Height
138cm (54.33")
Width
113.5cm (44.69")
Date of Manufacture

Fine Antique Mirrors has dated this Antique Parcel Gilt Mirror to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1216701
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Specializing in antique 18th/19th century gilt mirrors. Gilding restoration undertaken.

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A large mid-19th-century oval wall mirror featuring a neutral off-white painted frame accented with a parcel gilt inner rim.
Very Large Antique Oval Mirror. Parcel Gilt. C1860
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A large mid-19th-century oval wall mirror featuring a neutral off-white painted frame accented with a parcel gilt inner rim.
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A parcel gilt mirror combines a painted or natural timber frame with selective gilding applied to specific mouldings or raised detailing. During the Victorian period, oval formats with subtle gold leaf accents were frequently produced to soften architectural lines in drawing rooms and entryways.

These frames were typically constructed from carved pine or lime wood, coated with layers of gesso to create a smooth surface. Gold leaf was applied using water gilding techniques on selected borders, while the main frame was painted or left as polished timber alongside silvered plate glass.

Authentic pieces from around 1860 usually feature hand-cut wooden backboards, natural wear or slight flaking to the gesso, and subtle grey spotting or oxidisation on the original mirror plate. Gilding on genuine antiques shows varied tones and gentle rubbing through to the underlying bole.

Positioning an oval mirror above a fireplace mantelpiece or console table creates an architectural focal point that reflects natural light. The soft cream and gold palette provides contrast against dark, moody paint colours or complements neutral, modern scheme designs.

Dust the frame lightly using a soft, dry lint-free brush or feather duster, avoiding wet cloths on gesso or gilding to prevent dissolving the water-soluble glue beneath. Clean the mirror glass carefully with a slightly damp cloth, ensuring water does not seep under the frame edges.
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