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Large Pair of Antique Italian Giltwood Rococo Wall Mirrors
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Large Pair of Antique Italian Giltwood Rococo Wall Mirrors

1900 - 1920
Description

A magnificent large pair of antique Italian giltwood Rococo wall mirrors, beautifully carved with elaborate floral decoration, sweeping scrollwork and exquisite ornamental detailing.

These splendid mirrors are particularly impressive for their generous proportions and wonderfully decorative frames, displaying an abundance of intricately carved flowers, scrolling acanthus leaves and graceful C-scrolls, all finished in a rich, warm antique gilding.

Each mirror features an elegantly shaped arched top, surmounted by an elaborate pierced crest incorporating beautifully carved flowers, foliage and scrolling ornament. The wonderfully sculpted frames continue with flowing Rococo scrollwork and delicate floral embellishments along the sides, culminating in richly decorated lower corners and an attractively shaped base with a central carved ornament.

The exceptional depth and intricacy of the carving give these mirrors a wonderfully sculptural quality, while the beautiful antique gilding displays attractive variations in tone, enhancing the definition of the elaborate decoration.

The beautifully shaped mirror plates follow the graceful contours of the frames and are in very good condition, providing clear reflections.

Standing an impressive 143.5 cm high, these mirrors would make a spectacular statement displayed together in a grand entrance hall, drawing room or dining room. Equally, they would look magnificent positioned individually above a pair of console tables, fireplaces or in adjoining rooms.

A truly splendid and highly decorative pair of antique giltwood mirrors, combining impressive scale, exceptional ornamental carving and the timeless elegance of Italian Rococo design.

Condition Report

Very good antique condition, with both mirrors retaining their beautiful warm gilded finish and displaying minor age-related wear consistent with their age. The carved frames are in very good condition, and both mirror plates are in very good condition, providing lovely clear reflections.

Measurements (Each Mirror)

Height: 143.5 cm (56.5 inches)

Width: 89 cm (35 inches)

Depth: 4 cm (1.6 inches)

Date: Circa 1920

Origin: Italy

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated these Italian Giltwood Wall Mirrors to the 1920s.

Independent Date Check ID 09719060
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques Date1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 85-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1920s:
Elaborate Rococo revival carving: a style popular in the early 20th century.
Gilding worn through to red clay on the high points: many years of dusting.
Clear mirror plates without dark spots: well-preserved silvering.

This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled 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.

Physical Dimensions
Height
143.5cm (56.50")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245580
Dealers Internal Reference
3304
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Description
A magnificent large pair of antique Italian giltwood Rococo wall mirrors, beautifully carved with elaborate floral decoration, sweeping scrollwork and exquisite ornamental detailing.

These splendid mirrors are particularly impressive for their generous proportions and wonderfully decorative frames, displaying an abundance of intricately carved flowers, scrolling acanthus leaves and graceful C-scrolls, all finished in a rich, warm antique gilding.

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Each mirror features an elegantly shaped arched top, surmounted by an elaborate pierced crest incorporating beautifully carved flowers, foliage and scrolling ornament.
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The wonderfully sculpted frames continue with flowing Rococo scrollwork and delicate floral embellishments along the sides, culminating in richly decorated lower corners and an attractively shaped base with a central carved ornament.

fig 1. A pair of carved Italian Rococo style wall mirrors featuring ornate gilded frames topped with elaborate scrollwork cresting.
fig 1. Large Pair of Antique Italian Giltwood Rococo Wall Mirrors

The exceptional depth and intricacy of the carving give these mirrors a wonderfully sculptural quality, while the beautiful antique gilding displays attractive variations in tone, enhancing the definition of the elaborate decoration.

fig 2. A pair of carved Italian Rococo style wall mirrors featuring ornate gilded frames topped with elaborate scrollwork cresting.
fig 2. Large Pair of Antique Italian Giltwood Rococo Wall Mirrors

The beautifully shaped mirror plates follow the graceful contours of the frames and are in very good condition, providing clear reflections.

Standing an impressive 143.5 cm high, these mirrors would make a spectacular statement displayed together in a grand entrance hall, drawing room or dining room. Equally, they would look magnificent positioned individually above a pair of console tables, fireplaces or in adjoining rooms.

fig 3. A pair of carved Italian Rococo style wall mirrors featuring ornate gilded frames topped with elaborate scrollwork cresting.
fig 3. Large Pair of Antique Italian Giltwood Rococo Wall Mirrors

A truly splendid and highly decorative pair of antique giltwood mirrors, combining impressive scale, exceptional ornamental carving and the timeless elegance of Italian Rococo design.

Condition Report

Very good antique condition, with both mirrors retaining their beautiful warm gilded finish and displaying minor age-related wear consistent with their age. The carved frames are in very good condition, and both mirror plates are in very good condition, providing lovely clear reflections.

Measurements (Each Mirror)

Height: 143.5 cm (56.5 inches)

Width: 89 cm (35 inches)

Depth: 4 cm (1.6 inches)

Date: Circa 1920

Origin: Italy

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated these Italian Giltwood Wall Mirrors to the 1920s.

Independent Date Report ID 09719060
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques dating1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 85-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1920s:
Elaborate Rococo revival carving: a style popular in the early 20th century.
Gilding worn through to red clay on the high points: many years of dusting.
Clear mirror plates without dark spots: well-preserved silvering.

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
143.5cm (56.50")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245580
Dealers Internal Ref
3304
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A pair of carved Italian Rococo style wall mirrors featuring ornate gilded frames topped with elaborate scrollwork cresting.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleItalian Rococo
  • MaterialGiltwood, Glass, Gesso
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsAcanthus leaf cresting, Serpentine frame curves, Scrollwork detailing
  • SizeH 143.5 cm (56 in) x W 89 cm (35 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

These antique Italian Rococo style wall mirrors date from 1920 and consist of giltwood frames, glass mirror plates, and gesso in a gold colour. Each piece exhibits acanthus leaf cresting, serpentine frame curves, and scrollwork detailing in a French Chateau design vibe. The visual elements include an elaborate pierced crest with carved flowers and foliage, flowing Rococo scrollwork along the sides, and attractive tone variations across the rich warm antique gilding. Each mirror measures 143.5 cm high, 89 cm wide, and 4 cm deep, and can be used above a sideboard in an entrance hall, drawing room, or dining room. The pair displays minor age-related wear, clear reflections in the shaped plates, and a central carved ornament on the shaped base. The carved frames and mirror plates remain in very good antique condition, with deeply sculptural ornamental detailing defining the edges. Each rectangular-shaped wall mirror is suitable for display together or individually above console tables or fireplaces.

FAQs

Italian Rococo design, prominent during the 18th century, features elaborate asymmetry, serpentine curves, acanthus foliage, and ornate cresting. Mirrors from this era typically exhibit dramatic silhouettes and gilded wood frames intended to reflect candlelight and amplify room luminescence.

Traditional giltwood frames were hand-carved from hardwoods such as lime or pine, coated with layers of gesso, and covered with a fine clay known as bole. Thin sheets of gold leaf were then applied using water gilding techniques and burnished with an agate stone to achieve a metallic lustre.

Authentic pieces often show hand-carving marks on the rear, square-cut or slotted hand-made iron fasteners, and natural wear where the red bole or bare wood shows through the gold leaf. The mirror glass may also exhibit slight foxing, silvering distress, or uneven thickness characteristic of historical glass production.

Positioning a giltwood mirror above a contemporary console table or fireplace creates a balanced textural contrast between classical detail and modern minimalist architecture. The reflective glass and gold tones bring warm light into entryways, living rooms, or formal dining spaces.

Clean giltwood frames gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush or microfibre cloth to remove dust without disturbing delicate gold leaf layers. Avoid liquid cleaners, water, or chemical polishes, as moisture can dissolve the underlying gesso and loosen the gilding.
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