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Early C19th Regency Period Gilt-wood Frame Convex Plate Mirror of Grecian Revival Design.
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for sale €1,287     $1,397
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Early C19th Regency Period Gilt-wood Frame Convex Plate Mirror of Grecian Revival Design.

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Early C19th Regency period gilt-wood frame convex plate mirror of Grecian revival design.

Circular gilt-framed convex mirror with Greek classical motif decoration of anthemion or ‘honeysuckle’ design to the quartered border . The central convex mirror-plate with a reeded and ebonised slip surround.

The original silver-grey mercury mirror plate having achieved a wonderful atmospheric degraded ‘shot’ patina and finish . The original gilding and decoration in excellent original condition.

The fashionable Greek-revival style of the early C19th Regency period was popularised by the classically-influenced designs of architects and designers such as Thomas Hope and Alexander “Greek” Thomson .

H 20”

W 20”

D 4”

England c.1820

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror to the Regency era.

Independent Date Guide ID 06967192
Dealer's Item DateRegency era
Sellingantiques DateRegency era
Sellingantiques agingItem 195-220 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE REGENCY ERA:
Convex plate shows dark spotting: natural age breakdown of mercury silvering.
Reeded ebonised slip: standard inner border construction for the period.
Gilding softened on the high points: long handling and dusting wear.

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
50cm (19.69")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA852456
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 2111
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
Early C19th Regency period gilt-wood frame convex plate mirror of Grecian revival design.
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Circular gilt-framed convex mirror with Greek classical motif decoration of anthemion or ‘honeysuckle’ design to the quartered border.
M Lees and Sons

. The central convex mirror-plate with a reeded and ebonised slip surround.

fig 1. Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip.
fig 1. Early C19th Regency Period Gilt-wood Frame Convex Plate Mirror of Grecian Revival Design.

The original silver-grey mercury mirror plate having achieved a wonderful atmospheric degraded ‘shot’ patina and finish . The original gilding and decoration in excellent original condition.

The fashionable Greek-revival style of the early C19th Regency period was popularised by the classically-influenced designs of architects and designers such as Thomas Hope and Alexander “Greek” Thomson .

H 20”

W 20”

D 4”

England c.1820

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror to the Regency era.

Independent Date Report ID 06967192
Dealer's Item DateRegency era
Sellingantiques datingRegency era
Sellingantiques agingItem 195-220 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Regency era:
Convex plate shows dark spotting: natural age breakdown of mercury silvering.
Reeded ebonised slip: standard inner border construction for the period.
Gilding softened on the high points: long handling and dusting wear.

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
50cm (19.69")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA852456
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 2111
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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Archive I Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip.

Early C19th Regency Period Gilt-wood Frame Convex Plate Mirror of Grecian Revival Design.

Archive II Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View II
Archive III Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View III
Archive IV Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View IV
Archive V Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View V
Archive VI Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View VI
Archive VII Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View VII
Archive VIII Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View VIII
Archive IX Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View IX
Archive X Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View X
Archive XI Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View XI
Archive XII Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View XII
Archive XIII Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View XIII
Archive XIV Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View XIV
Archive XV Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip. View XV
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
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Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
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Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip.
Early C19th Regency period gilt-wood frame convex plate mirror of Grecian revival design.
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Early 19th-century circular Regency giltwood convex wall mirror decorated with anthemion leaf carvings and an ebonised reeded inner slip.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialGiltwood, Glass, Ebonised Wood
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsAnthemion leaf carving, Convex glass plate, Ebonised reeded slip, Circular moulded frame
  • SizeH 50 cm (20 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This early nineteenth-century Regency period convex plate mirror follows a Grecian revival design. The circular moulded frame in gold gilt-wood displays anthemion leaf carvings on its quartered border, and encloses a central convex glass plate bordered by an ebonised reeded slip. The original silver-grey mercury mirror plate exhibits an atmospheric degraded shot patina, and the original gilding remains intact. Measuring 50 cm high, 50 cm wide, and 10 cm deep, the piece fits practically above a mantel or upon a prominent living room or hallway wall. In a modern interior, this round wall mirror serves as a classic focal point in a traditional sitting room, dining room, or entrance hall. The reflective convex glass adds depth and light to interior spaces while highlighting the classical architectural motifs of the period. The compact scale allows for versatile placement on domestic walls alongside period furniture or alongside contemporary decor arrangements.

FAQs

Popular in early 19th-century Britain, Regency convex mirrors feature a curved glass plate set within a deeply moulded circular frame, designed to reflect an entire room and enhance light distribution.

These mirrors were typically crafted from hand-carved wood or moulded composition over a timber frame, prepared with gesso, finished with hand-applied gold leaf, and fitted with an inner ebonised reeded slip.

Authentic examples display genuine water-gilding with subtle wear, hand-cut rear timber backboards, an ebonised wooden inner ring, and natural silvering age marks or foxing on the convex glass plate.

Designers frequently position convex mirrors above fireplace mantels, console tables, or in entrance foyers to serve as architectural focal points that bounce natural light and create spatial depth.

The gilt frame should only be dusted using a dry, soft-bristled brush to prevent stripping delicate gold leaf, while the convex glass should be cleaned using a lightly dampened microfiber cloth without touching the gilding.
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