Name: A Superb Good Size Antique French 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Painted Mirror.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA919983
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Cleall Antiques

Sold 17 April 2026 · Cleall Antiques

This “Superb Good Size Antique French 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Painted Mirror” found a buyer.

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Description

A Superb good size Antique French 19th Century carved wood & gesso painted Mirror, with original mirror can be used landscape or portrait.

Measurements:

96 cm high

65 cm wide

4 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Antique French Mirror to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

96cm (37.80")

Width

65cm (25.59")

Depth

4cm (1.57")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA919983

Dealers Notes

We are offering Pay day offer 15% off one mirror and 20% off the second mirror for a limited time only including Free Delivery within the UK for mirrors over £500.

By appointment only.

Please call Damian on 07831 869955 for any enquires.

Description

A Superb good size Antique French 19th Century carved wood & gesso painted Mirror, with original mirror can be used landscape or portrait.

Measurements:

96 cm high

65 cm wide

4 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Antique French Mirror to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

96cm (37.80")

Width

65cm (25.59")

Depth

4cm (1.57")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA919983

About the Dealer

Cleall Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique english & french mirrors.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Cleall Antiques Profile Page

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Cleall Antiques

Telephone 07831 869 955

Location

Blakedene
Lyminster Road
Lyminster
Nr Arundel
West Sussex
BN17 7QF
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cleall

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ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleFrench Antique
MaterialWood, Gesso, Glass
ColourMuted Gold
MotifsCarved wooden moulding, Distressed gesso finish, Rectangular plate
SizeH 96 cm (38 in) x W 65 cm (26 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth-century French mirrors frequently incorporate carved wooden frames finished with gesso, displaying neoclassical motifs, floral reliefs, or traditional Louis-inspired ornamentation that reflects the decorative arts of the period.

These frames are typically constructed from hand-carved hardwoods such as pine or oak, coated with layers of gesso to create a smooth base for gilding or paint finishes, and fitted with silvered sheet glass.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-applied gesso showing natural age-related crazing or chipping, and historic mirror plates with minor foxing or mercury backing deterioration.

Positioning an ornate vintage mirror above a modern fireplace mantel or hanging it opposite a light source introduces contrast, increases perceived room depth, and balances contemporary minimalist furnishings.

Clean the glass using a soft cloth and a neutral glass cleaner, avoiding abrasive chemicals on the painted or gesso frame, and maintain stable indoor humidity levels to protect the wooden structure and backing.