Sold 30 January 2025 · Dickinsons Antiques

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Description

Mid 18th Century silver gilt and gesso pier or console mirror.

Of good overall condition, probably regilded in the late 19th Century.

European, possibly Swedish.

Date of Manufacture

Dickinsons Antiques has dated this Silver Gilt Mirror to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

146cm (57.48")

Width

56cm (22.05")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA916299

Dealers Notes

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Description

Mid 18th Century silver gilt and gesso pier or console mirror.

Of good overall condition, probably regilded in the late 19th Century.

European, possibly Swedish.

Date of Manufacture

Dickinsons Antiques has dated this Silver Gilt Mirror to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

146cm (57.48")

Width

56cm (22.05")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA916299

About the Dealer

Dickinsons Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2020

Dealing in early oak and country furniture since 1958.

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An elongated vertical antique wall mirror featuring an ornate, heavily carved silver gilt wooden frame with elaborate scrolling crests at the top and bottom.

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The Estate Yard
West Street
Gargrave
North Yorkshire
BD23 3RD
United Kingdom

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectWall Mirrors
Period18th century
StyleRococo
MaterialWood, Gesso, Silver Leaf
ColourSilver
MotifsScrollwork, Acorn and leaf carving, Cartouche crest
SizeH 146 cm (57 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Rococo mirrors are characterised by asymmetrical scrolls, C-scrolls, floral motifs, and highly ornate, flowing carved wooden frames typical of the mid-18th century.

These frames were typically hand-carved from soft woods like pine or lime, then coated with gesso and bole before applying thin sheets of silver leaf, which was often subsequently toned or lacquered.

Authenticity is determined by examining the construction joints, the presence of hand-carving rather than mouldings, the use of old pine or hardwood backing, and the characteristics of the glass plate, such as mercury silvering degradation and hand-bevelling.

Mounting the mirror above a minimalist console table or a modern fireplace creates a striking juxtaposition between historical ornamentation and clean, modern lines.

Silver gilt surfaces should be dusted gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth, avoiding all water, abrasive cleaners, and chemical solvents to prevent lifting the delicate metal leaf.