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Gilt Oval Overmantle or Wall Mirror
Prior and Willis
for sale €2,043     $2,217
£1,746

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Gilt Oval Overmantle or Wall Mirror

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

Gilt oval overmantle or wall mirror C1900. Lovely charm and elegance, original gilt finish.

An impressive and rare find, that would look amazing in the right location. No loose joints or woodworm.

The mirrored glass is in good condition with very light oxidation and minor historic imperfections.

Overall maximum dimensions: 113cmH x 85cmW x 8cmD. Mirrored glass 95cmH (max) x 65cmW.

Please check dimensions before purchasing.

Item reference WNA-7722G55.

30 day no quibble money back guarantee.

Competitive UK and overseas door to door shipping.

Physical Dimensions
Height
113cm (44.49")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated this Gilt Oval Overmantel Mirror to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA748899
Dealers Internal Reference
WNA7722G55
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Gilt oval overmantle or wall mirror C1900. Lovely charm and elegance, original gilt finish.

An impressive and rare find, that would look amazing in the right location. No loose joints or woodworm.

The mirrored glass is in good condition with very light oxidation and minor historic imperfections.

fig 1. An antique gold gilt oval wall mirror featuring a Neoclassical ribbon motif at the base and foliage side supports.
fig 1. Gilt Oval Overmantle or Wall Mirror

Overall maximum dimensions: 113cmH x 85cmW x 8cmD. Mirrored glass 95cmH (max) x 65cmW.

Please check dimensions before purchasing.

Item reference WNA-7722G55.

30 day no quibble money back guarantee.

Competitive UK and overseas door to door shipping.

Height
113cm (44.49")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Gilt Oval Overmantel Mirror to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA748899
Dealers Internal Ref
WNA7722G55
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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Prior and Willis
Telephone 07866 705199
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Kings Lynn
Norfolk
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jan 2015
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An antique gold gilt oval wall mirror featuring a Neoclassical ribbon motif at the base and foliage side supports.
Gilt oval overmantle or wall mirror
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An antique gold gilt oval wall mirror featuring a Neoclassical ribbon motif at the base and foliage side supports.
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Neoclassical overmantel mirrors emerged in the late 18th century, drawing inspiration from classical Greek and Roman motifs such as ribbon knots, acanthus leaves, and symmetrical framing. Designed specifically to sit above fireplace hearths, these mirrors served to reflect candlelight and enhance the light within grand reception spaces.

Historically, frames were carved from softwoods such as pine or lime, then coated with layers of gessoa mixture of chalk and glue size. The intricate decorative elements were sculpted in plaster or composition moulding before gold leaf was applied using water-gilding or oil-gilding techniques.

Authentic pieces usually exhibit signs of natural age, including slight shrinkage cracks in the gesso, subtle wear to the gold leaf revealing red or yellow clay bole underneath, and minor oxidisation or foxing to the original mirror glass plate.

Position the mirror directly above a fireplace mantle or a dining room console table to create a focal point. Combining classical gilded frames with contemporary neutral walls or bold dark paint tones highlights the architectural silhouette of the frame.

Giltwood frames should be dusted gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush or feather duster. Water and chemical cleaning solvents must never be applied to gilded surfaces, as moisture dissolves water-gilding and damages delicate gesso ornament.
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