Name: A Fabulous Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Arched Top Painted Plain Overmantle Mirror.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA946403
Price: 995 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Cleall Antiques

Sold 26 August 2025 · Cleall Antiques

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Description

A Fabulous large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso arched top painted plain Overmantle Mirror, with original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 33 cm high

1 metre 28 cm wide at bottom

5 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Antique Overmantel Mirror to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

133cm (52.36")

Width

128cm (50.39")

Depth

5cm (1.97")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA946403

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 Fabulous large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso arched top painted plain Overmantle Mirror, with original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 33 cm high

1 metre 28 cm wide at bottom

5 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Antique Overmantel Mirror to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

133cm (52.36")

Width

128cm (50.39")

Depth

5cm (1.97")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA946403

About the Dealer

Cleall Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique english & french mirrors.

Dealer Profile

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Regency

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

Verified Since Jun 2011

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ObjectMirrors
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialWood, Gesso, Glass
ColourNeutral
MotifsArched top, Moulded frame, Extended foot ledge
SizeH 133 cm (52 in) x W 128 cm (50 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Overmantel mirrors originated in the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe, specifically designed to be hung directly above a fireplace mantel to reflect candlelight and natural daylight around the room.

Authentic period mirrors typically feature hand-carved wooden frames finished with applied gesso layers, often gilded with gold leaf or painted, holding heavy silvered glass plates with bevelled or flat edges.

Authenticity is identified by inspecting the reverse side for hand-adzed wood, old joinery methods, handmade nails, and examining the glass for natural oxidisation, foxing, and imperfections consistent with historical manufacturing techniques.

They can be mounted directly above a fireplace or propped freestanding against a wall to add vertical scale, architectural interest, and a sense of light and space to contemporary living areas.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent damage to the gesso and silvered backing, and clean the glass gently using a soft microfibre cloth without harsh chemical sprays.