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Antique Fine Quality Gilt Overmantle Mirror 19th Century
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Antique Fine Quality Gilt Overmantle Mirror 19th Century

19th century
Sold 7 August 2025 · Prior and Willis
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Description

Antique fine quality gilt wall or overmantle mirror, 19th Century.

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

The original mirrored glass has light oxidation and age related imperfections. Original back.

The frame has its original gilt finish with wear and touching up.

Overall maximum dimensions: 61cmH x 49cmW x 3cmD, glass 51cmH x 40cmW. Could be hung in portrait or landscape.

In good antique condition, with historic knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, scratches, repairs, losses and sympathetic touching up. Some historic extinct woodworm holes on the back that have been treated for good measure.

Stock No. 8249.

30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK and overseas door to door shipping.

Date of Manufacture

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

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SA934498
Dealers Internal Reference
8249
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Antique fine quality gilt wall or overmantle mirror, 19th Century.

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

The original mirrored glass has light oxidation and age related imperfections. Original back.

fig 1. A rectangular 19th-century gilt overmantel mirror with an aged gold frame and foxed glass plate.
fig 1. Antique Fine Quality Gilt Overmantle Mirror 19th Century

The frame has its original gilt finish with wear and touching up.

Overall maximum dimensions: 61cmH x 49cmW x 3cmD, glass 51cmH x 40cmW. Could be hung in portrait or landscape.

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

Some historic extinct woodworm holes on the back that have been treated for good measure.

Stock No. 8249.

30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK and overseas door to door shipping.

Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA934498
Dealers Internal Ref
8249
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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Kings Lynn
Norfolk
United Kingdom
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A rectangular 19th-century gilt overmantel mirror with an aged gold frame and foxed glass plate.
Antique fine quality gilt overmantle mirror 19th Century
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A rectangular 19th-century gilt overmantel mirror with an aged gold frame and foxed glass plate.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialGilt wood, gesso, glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsMoulded frame, Gilt finish, Foxed glass plate

Nineteenth-century overmantel mirrors were designed specifically to be positioned above a fireplace mantelpiece, featuring classical proportions and decorative gilding intended to reflect light and enhance the perceived volume of a room.

These pieces typically comprise a carved wood or composition frame finished with gold leaf or gilt paint applied over a preparation layer of gesso, housing silvered or mercury-backed glass plates.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-carved details or period composition ornaments, foxing or oxidisation within the mirror plate, and aged backboards secured with old fixings.

Positioning the mirror above a fireplace mantel or mounting it on a plain painted wall creates a focal point that contrasts historical craftsmanship with modern minimalism.

Dust the frame gently with a soft, dry brush to protect fragile gilding, and clean the glass using a lint-free cloth with minimal moisture, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.
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