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Large 19th Century French Carved Gilt-framed Wall / Overmantel Mirror
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Large 19th Century French Carved Gilt-framed Wall / Overmantel Mirror

19th century
Sold 20 February 2025 · Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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An impressive and extremely large early 19th century French gilt framed Wall or Overmantel Mirror, ornately carved and with original makers label verso indicating it was made by L.H. Petit (Paris) founded 1799.

The original one-piece mirror plate is in excellent condition with no signs of fogging or patching. Square shaped at the base and domed at the top. The frame features heavy and ornate carving to the dome top, with a coat of arms front and centre and floral swags to either side. The rest of the surrounding frame features carved and gilded 'Acanthus' leaves and berries with crossed ribbon pattern.

Dimensions:   Height: 81 inches (206 cm). Width: 51 inches (130 cm). Depth (max): 9.5 inches (24 cm).

Maker: L.H. Petit (Paris), established in 1799 operated from the famous Dépôt de Glaces de St Gobain, in Rue St Denis, between La Rue du Cairo and la Rue Reaumur. Makers of luxury mirrors.

Date of Manufacture

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this French Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Reference Numbers
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SA989137
Dealers Internal Reference
1381/Q
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Description
An impressive and extremely large early 19th century French gilt framed Wall or Overmantel Mirror, ornately carved and with original makers label verso indicating it was made by L.H. Petit (Paris) founded 1799.

The original one-piece mirror plate is in excellent condition with no signs of fogging or patching. Square shaped at the base and domed at the top.

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The frame features heavy and ornate carving to the dome top, with a coat of arms front and centre and floral swags to either side.
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

The rest of the surrounding frame features carved and gilded 'Acanthus' leaves and berries with crossed ribbon pattern.

fig 1. A large rectangular French gilt-wood overmantel mirror featuring an arched top and ornate carved cresting.
fig 1. Large 19th Century French Carved Gilt-framed Wall / Overmantel Mirror

Dimensions:   Height: 81 inches (206 cm). Width: 51 inches (130 cm). Depth (max): 9.5 inches (24 cm).

Maker: L.H. Petit (Paris), established in 1799 operated from the famous Dépôt de Glaces de St Gobain, in Rue St Denis, between La Rue du Cairo and la Rue Reaumur. Makers of luxury mirrors.

Date of Manufacture

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this French Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 19th Century.

Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA989137
Dealers Internal Ref
1381/Q
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
Telephone 01225 315 727 or 07980 951198
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A large rectangular French gilt-wood overmantel mirror featuring an arched top and ornate carved cresting.
LARGE 19th century French carved gilt-framed Wall / Overmantel Mirror
Ref: SA989137
A large rectangular French gilt-wood overmantel mirror featuring an arched top and ornate carved cresting.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • Object[Wall Mirrors]
  • Period19th century
  • Style[French Period]
  • Material[Giltwood, Pine, Glass]
  • Colour[Gold]
  • MotifsCrested cartouche, Acorn and leaf swags, Beaded molding, Arched frame
  • SizeH 206 cm (81 in) x W 130 cm (51 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

FAQs

French overmantel mirrors originated in the 18th and 19th centuries, specifically designed to be hung directly above a fireplace mantelpiece. They often feature grand proportions, arched tops, and intricate giltwood frames decorated with classical motifs.

Authentic period pieces are typically constructed from carved wood, such as pine or oak, coated with a layer of gesso. The gold finish is achieved through water gilding or oil gilding using genuine gold leaf applied over the prepared surface.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of age such as minor losses to the gilt, oxidisation and foxing on the original mercury or silvered glass plate, and hand-cut joinery visible on the wooden backboards.

Placing a large gilded mirror above a fireplace or leaning it against a living room wall creates a focal point, reflects natural light, and adds a layer of historical contrast to contemporary minimalist spaces.

Giltwood frames are extremely delicate and should be dusted gently with a soft dry brush. Liquid cleaners and abrasive cloths must be avoided to prevent stripping the fragile gold leaf surface.
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