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Large 19th Century English Victorian Gilt Archtop Overmantle Mirror
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
for sale €2,574     $2,794
£2,200
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

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Large 19th Century English Victorian Gilt Archtop Overmantle Mirror

19th century
Description

19th century English gilt archtop overmantle mirror with its original glass and wood panelled back.

This gilt overmantle mirror is in very good condition with lovely gilding. The original glass is also in good condition with some nice foxing to the glass as can be seen in the images attached.

Physical Dimensions
Height
162cm (63.78")
Width
141cm (55.51")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1870s.

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SA921929
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We are based in North Dorset, England and have been trading in antiques and decorative art for over 30 years. We exhibit at all the major antique and decorative fairs across the UK , specialising in 19th and 20th Century European sculpture, including the Art Nouveau and Art Deco period, English and French mirrors , decorative French furniture and lighting.

We pride ourselves on offering an excellent customer service and use a specialist transport company for all our deliveries to ensure an efficient and safe delivery of all purchases. If you need any help or advice on any of our items please feel free to contact us by telephone or email.

Description
19th century English gilt archtop overmantle mirror with its original glass and wood panelled back.

This gilt overmantle mirror is in very good condition with lovely gilding.

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The original glass is also in good condition with some nice foxing to the glass as can be seen in the images attached.
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Height
162cm (63.78")
Width
141cm (55.51")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA921929
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialising in art deco and art nouveau sculpture, french and english mirrors and french decorative furniture

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Burgett Langfield Decorative Antiques

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A large Victorian giltwood overmantel mirror with an arched top frame and moulded gold detailing resting on flat base feet.
Large 19th Century English Victorian Gilt Archtop Overmantle Mirror
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A large Victorian giltwood overmantel mirror with an arched top frame and moulded gold detailing resting on flat base feet.
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Popularised during the 19th century, archtop overmantel mirrors were designed specifically to sit atop fireplace mantels in Victorian reception rooms. They served to reflect candlelight and firelight, maximizing natural illumination and creating a visual sense of increased room height and architectural elegance.

Authentic period mirrors were typically constructed from pine frame cores coated with moulded gesso detailing. This base was then finished using traditional water or oil gilding techniques with real gold leaf, housing heavy plate glass often silvered with mercury or early silver nitrate.

Authentic period pieces feature original pine backboards, natural age-related foxing or subtle dark spots on the mirror glass, and slight wear to the gilding revealing reddish bole or white gesso beneath. The weight of the hand-cast frame and original iron mounting brackets also help distinguish authentic antiques from modern reproductions.

A large arched gilt mirror serves as a dramatic focal point when placed above a living room fireplace surround or grounded atop a minimalist wooden sideboard. Pairing rich gilded patinas with clean contemporary furniture creates a sophisticated contrast that bridges traditional and modern interior schemes.

Dust giltwood frames gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush or feather duster, avoiding water or chemical liquid cleaners which dissolve historic gesso and gold leaf. Clean glass surfaces carefully with a lightly damp microfiber cloth, ensuring moisture does not seep behind the frame edge.
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