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Antique 19th Century Very Large Quality Ebonised Silver and Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror
Prior and Willis
for sale €2,452     $2,662
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Antique 19th Century Very Large Quality Ebonised Silver and Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror

19th century
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

Antique 19th Century very large quality ebonised silver and gilt floor wall overmantle mirror.

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

The original mirrored glass has light oxidation, some shadowing and age related imperfections.

Overall maximum dimensions: 183cmH x 111cmW x 5cmD, glass 160cmH x 88cmW.

In very good antique condition, with historic knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, scratches, repairs, losses and refinishing/touching up.

Stock No. 8311.

30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK and overseas door to door shipping.

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

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

Description
Antique 19th Century very large quality ebonised silver and gilt floor wall overmantle mirror.

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

The original mirrored glass has light oxidation, some shadowing and age related imperfections.

fig 1. A large 19th-century overmantel mirror with a dark ebonised frame featuring inner silvered and gilt mouldings and rounded upper corners.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Very Large Quality Ebonised Silver and Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror

Overall maximum dimensions: 183cmH x 111cmW x 5cmD, glass 160cmH x 88cmW.

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

Stock No. 8311.

30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK and overseas door to door shipping.

Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA991855
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8311
Prior and Willis
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Norfolk
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A large 19th-century overmantel mirror with a dark ebonised frame featuring inner silvered and gilt mouldings and rounded upper corners.
Antique 19th Century very large quality ebonised silver and gilt overmantle wall mirror
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A large 19th-century overmantel mirror with a dark ebonised frame featuring inner silvered and gilt mouldings and rounded upper corners.
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Originating as prominent architectural features, 19th-century overmantel mirrors were crafted to sit above fireplace mantels, reflecting light into reception rooms. Styles often incorporated rounded upper corners, ebonised finishes, and parcel-gilt mouldings typical of the Victorian and French Louis Philippe eras.

Frames from this period were constructed from timber coated with gesso. Ebonised sections utilised dark stains or black lacquers to imitate ebony wood, while gilded areas applied gold or silver leaf over a clay bole base.

Authentic pieces display original hand-cut backboards, subtle signs of natural oxidisation or foxing on the glass silvering, and wear along the gilded edges revealing underlying gesso or bole.

Positioning a large ebonised and gilt mirror above a fireplace or a contemporary sideboard creates a focal point that bridges historic and modern aesthetics. The contrast of dark frame accents complements modern monochromatic colour palettes.

Dust the frame gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or soft bristle brush. Avoid using liquid cleaners, solvents, or water on gilded or silvered surfaces, as moisture can dissolve historic gesso and loosen metallic leafing.
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