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Description

Victorian gilt overmantle mirror. The lovely mercury mirror plate is in good condition, showing subtle signs of deterioration - sparkly. Wooden panelled back.

Height: 161.5 cm

Width at base: 133.5 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

161.5cm (63.58")

Width

133.5cm (52.56")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

Lorna Byskou has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA845094

Dealers Notes

We have been trading for over thirty five years, specialising in 19th century decorative gilt mirrors and furniture. Items can be viewed, by appointment, at our shop in Brasted, Kent, TN16 1JA. All our deliveries are made using a carrier that specialises in handling antiques and fine art, please contact us for further information.

Description

Victorian gilt overmantle mirror.

“

The lovely mercury mirror plate is in good condition, showing subtle signs of deterioration - sparkly.

Lorna Byskou

Wooden panelled back.

Height: 161.5 cm

Width at base: 133.5 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

161.5cm (63.58")

Width

133.5cm (52.56")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Date of Manufacture

Lorna Byskou has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA845094

About the Dealer

Lorna Byskou

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2012

Specialising in 19th century decorative gilt mirrors and furniture.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Lorna Byskou Profile Page

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Lorna Byskou

Telephone 07710 451116

Location

Kent
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/lornabyskou

Verified Since Mar 2012

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ObjectMirrors
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialWood, Gesso, Glass, Gold Leaf
ColourGold
MotifsArched top, Beaded trim, Rosette corners
SizeH 161.5 cm (64 in) x W 133.5 cm (53 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Victorian mirrors often feature substantial scale, heavy gilded frames, and classical ornamentation influenced by revivalist movements of the 19th century.

These mirrors typically utilised a carved wooden or composition gesso frame, finished with gold leaf or metallic paint, fitted with heavy silvered float glass.

Authenticity is indicated by old silvering oxidation on the glass, hand-cut joinery in the wooden backing, and traditional gesso cracking patterns.

Positioning the mirror above a modern minimalist fireplace creates a striking focal point, balancing historical texture with clean, contemporary lines.

Dust gently with a soft dry brush, avoiding all chemical solvents and moisture to protect the fragile original gilding.