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Large Antique Gilt Overmantle Mirror C1880
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Large Antique Gilt Overmantle Mirror C1880

19th century
Description

A fine antique giltwood overmantel mirror dating from 1880.

In wonderful country house condition, retaining it's original gilding, original mirror plate and untouched backing boards.

Mirror plate has very light foxing and two 1" fine scratches to the plate, if required the plate can be changed prior to delivery (at cost).

Sizes 135 cm tall. 129 cm wide at base. Main frame is 110 cm wide.

Physical Dimensions
Height
135cm (53.15")
Width
129cm (50.79")
Declaration

Fine Antique Mirrors has dated this Antique Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1880s.

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SA1219907
Description
A fine antique giltwood overmantel mirror dating from 1880.
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In wonderful country house condition, retaining it's original gilding, original mirror plate and untouched backing boards.
Fine Antique Mirrors

Mirror plate has very light foxing and two 1" fine scratches to the plate, if required the plate can be changed prior to delivery (at cost).

Sizes 135 cm tall. 129 cm wide at base. Main frame is 110 cm wide.

Height
135cm (53.15")
Width
129cm (50.79")
Date of Manufacture

Fine Antique Mirrors has dated this Antique Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1219907
Fine Antique Mirrors
Fine Antique Mirrors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2022

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

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A large Victorian giltwood overmantel mirror with an ornate carved central cresting motif and decorative corner corbels.
Large Antique Gilt Overmantle Mirror c1880
Ref: SA1219907
A large Victorian giltwood overmantel mirror with an ornate carved central cresting motif and decorative corner corbels.
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An overmantel mirror is designed specifically to sit or hang directly above a fireplace mantelpiece. Popularised during the 18th and 19th centuries, these mirrors feature decorative framing and proportioning intended to reflect room light and complement architectural fireplaces.

Late Victorian gilt frames typically consist of a carved timber core, layered with gesso to mould fine decorative details, and finished with applied gold leaf or gilding paint.

Authentic period pieces often feature original mercury or silvered mirror glass displaying light oxidisation, visible clay bole beneath worn gold leaf, and traditional wood joinery on the reverse backboards.

Position the mirror above a living room fireplace, on a central dining room wall, or resting on a sideboard to add depth, maximize ambient light, and create an architectural focal point.

Dust the frame using a soft, dry camel-hair brush to prevent damaging delicate gold leaf. Avoid liquid cleaners or solvents on the gilded surfaces, applying glass cleaner strictly to a microfiber cloth for the mirror pane.
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