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19th Century Very Large Gilt Wall Overmantle Mirror
Prior and Willis
for sale €1,633     $1,773
£1,396

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19th Century Very Large Gilt Wall Overmantle Mirror

19th century
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

19th Century large quality gilt wall mirror or overmantle.

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

The later mirrored glass is in good condition.

Overall maximum dimensions: 137cmH x 77cmW x 7cmD, glass 110cmH x 56cmW. Could be hung in portrait or landscape.

In good antique condition, with historic knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, scratches, cracks, repairs, losses and subsequent touching up.

Please check dimensions before purchasing.

Item reference WNA-8076M49.

30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK and overseas door to door shipping.

Physical Dimensions
Height
137cm (53.94")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated this Large Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA886057
Dealers Internal Reference
WNA8076M49
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****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
19th Century large quality gilt wall mirror or overmantle.

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

The later mirrored glass is in good condition.

fig 1. A large rectangular 19th-century overmantel mirror featuring a thick gold giltwood frame carved with continuous scroll motifs.
fig 1. 19th Century Very Large Gilt Wall Overmantle Mirror

Overall maximum dimensions: 137cmH x 77cmW x 7cmD, glass 110cmH x 56cmW. Could be hung in portrait or landscape.

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In good antique condition, with historic knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, scratches, cracks, repairs, losses and subsequent touching up.
Prior and Willis

Please check dimensions before purchasing.

Item reference WNA-8076M49.

30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK and overseas door to door shipping.

Height
137cm (53.94")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Large Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA886057
Dealers Internal Ref
WNA8076M49
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Prior and Willis Profile Page

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Norfolk
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A large rectangular 19th-century overmantel mirror featuring a thick gold giltwood frame carved with continuous scroll motifs.
19th Century very large gilt wall overmantle mirror
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An overmantel mirror is designed specifically to sit directly above a fireplace mantelpiece, serving as a focal point in traditional 19th-century reception rooms. Typically featuring substantial gilded wood or composition frames, these mirrors were crafted to reflect light from chandeliers and candles across large interiors.

19th-century gilt mirrors were constructed using timber cores overlaid with plaster or gesso, which was subsequently carved or moulded into decorative patterns. Gold leaf was then applied using water gilding or oil gilding techniques, creating a lustrous finish over hand-cut mercury or silvered glass.

Authentic 19th-century gilding displays subtle wear, revealing the reddish or grey clay base coat (bole) beneath the gold leaf in high-contact areas. Original mirror glass from this period often exhibits minor oxidisation spots, slight distortions, and dark grey backings, distinct from modern silvering.

A large gilt mirror can be placed above a contemporary fireplace or positioned above a minimalist sideboard to create contrast between historic detailing and modern architectural lines. Hanging or leaning the mirror opposite a window maximises natural light distribution across the room.

Dust giltwood frames gently using a soft, dry feather duster or camel-hair brush, avoiding wet cloths or commercial liquid cleaners that dissolve gesso and gold leaf. Clean the mirror glass carefully with a slightly dampened microfibre cloth, ensuring moisture does not touch the gilding or slip behind the frame edges.
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