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C19th George II Period Revival Mahogany and Parcel-gilt Framed Pier Mirror in the Manner of William Kent .
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for sale €1,989     $2,159
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C19th George II Period Revival Mahogany and Parcel-gilt Framed Pier Mirror in the Manner of William Kent .

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

C19th George II period revival mahogany and parcel-gilt framed pier mirror in the manner of William Kent .

The scrolling ‘broken arch‘ pediment with floral drop pendants , centred by a dramatic carved gilt-wood exotic mythical ‘Ho-Ho’ bird or phoenix perched on a tree-stump . The sides of the shaped outline frame with vertical parcel-gilt panels of foliate carving . The perimeter of the frame and inner mirror surround with carved and incised parcel-gilt moulding details.

An impressive George II style mirror of bold scale and proportions in the manner of the celebrated mid C18th designer and architect, William Kent (1685-1748) influenced by the Palladian style.

Fitted with a clear silvered mirror plate with the original oak backboards to verso .

In excellent original condition with bright gilding and well-patinated mahogany frame .

H 52”

W 24”

D 4”

England c.1860

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this George II Pier Mirror to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Guide ID 09559327
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 125-180 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Hairline shrinkage lines across the mahogany veneer: natural timber movement over time.
Red bole visible where gilding has rubbed thin: surface handling and age.
Crackle and drying lines in the gesso scrolls: natural ageing of the ground.
Sharply cut foliate carving and eagle cresting: mid-to-late 19th-century revival craftsmanship.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1222761
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 267
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
C19th George II period revival mahogany and parcel-gilt framed pier mirror in the manner of William Kent .
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The scrolling ‘broken arch‘ pediment with floral drop pendants , centred by a dramatic carved gilt-wood exotic mythical ‘Ho-Ho’ bird or phoenix perched on a tree-stump.
M Lees and Sons

. The sides of the shaped outline frame with vertical parcel-gilt panels of foliate carving . The perimeter of the frame and inner mirror surround with carved and incised parcel-gilt moulding details.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial.
fig 1. C19th George II Period Revival Mahogany and Parcel-gilt Framed Pier Mirror in the Manner of William Kent .

An impressive George II style mirror of bold scale and proportions in the manner of the celebrated mid C18th designer and architect, William Kent (1685-1748) influenced by the Palladian style.

Fitted with a clear silvered mirror plate with the original oak backboards to verso .

In excellent original condition with bright gilding and well-patinated mahogany frame .

H 52”

W 24”

D 4”

England c.1860

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this George II Pier Mirror to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09559327
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 125-180 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Hairline shrinkage lines across the mahogany veneer: natural timber movement over time.
Red bole visible where gilding has rubbed thin: surface handling and age.
Crackle and drying lines in the gesso scrolls: natural ageing of the ground.
Sharply cut foliate carving and eagle cresting: mid-to-late 19th-century revival craftsmanship.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1222761
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 267
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial.
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Archive I A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial.

C19th George II Period Revival Mahogany and Parcel-gilt Framed Pier Mirror in the Manner of William Kent .

Archive II A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View VII
Archive VIII A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View VIII
Archive IX A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View IX
Archive X A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View X
Archive XI A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View XI
Archive XII A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View XII
Archive XIII A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial. View XIII
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
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A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial.
C19th George II period revival mahogany and parcel-gilt framed pier mirror in the manner of William Kent .
Ref: SA1222761
A nineteenth-century George II revival mahogany pier mirror featuring parcel-gilt mouldings, side foliage carvings, a broken pediment, and a carved eagle finial.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorge II Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Giltwood, Mirror Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown, Gold
  • MotifsEagle finial, Broken pediment, Parcel-gilt moulding, Acanthus leaf carvings
  • SizeH 130 cm (51 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This nineteenth-century George II revival wall mirror follows the Palladian style of William Kent. The mahogany frame displays a warm brown tone with bright parcel-gilt and gilt-wood decoration, including scrolling side foliage carvings, a broken arch pediment, and a carved mythical Ho-Ho bird or phoenix perched on a tree-stump as a central finial. Further details comprise carved floral drop pendants, incised parcel-gilt mouldings around the clear silvered mirror plate, and original oak backboards to the reverse. The piece measures 130 cm high, 60 cm wide, and 10 cm deep. It suits placement above a sideboard in a living room, hallway, or dining room today.

FAQs

George II style pier mirrors, particularly those influenced by architect William Kent, feature classical Palladian proportions, broken swan-neck pediments, architectural mouldings, and bold parcel-gilt detailing on dark wood frames.

These mirrors were typically constructed from mahogany or pine substrates faced with rich veneers, featuring hand-carved giltwood ornamentation and mercury-backed glass plates.

Look for hand-saw marks on the rear timber backing, signs of original water-gilding over gesso, natural oxidisation on the mirror plate, and authentic hand-carved details along the pediment and side drops.

Position the mirror centrally above a hallway console table or drawing room mantelpiece to draw the eye upward and anchor symmetrical wall compositions.

Dust the frame regularly with a dry feather duster or soft dry brush, avoiding water or chemical cleaners on gilt areas to prevent dissolving the delicate gesso and gold leaf.
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