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Antique Ornate Wall Mirror, French, Gilt Gesso, Bevelled Glass, Victorian, 1900
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Antique Ornate Wall Mirror, French, Gilt Gesso, Bevelled Glass, Victorian, 1900

1900 - 1920
Description

This is an antique ornate wall mirror. A French, gilt gesso and bevelled glass mirror, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Dashing wall mirror with an ornate continental elegance

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Gilt gesso frame presents beautifully with rich golden hues

Original bevelled mirror plate shows a desirable light foxing

Bold surmount stands prominently above the whole with relief cabochon to centre

Oak leaf and acorn scroll motif decorates the pierced frame

Deep lower surmount with central lobe creates a striking adornment

Ready to mount, dressed with hanging loop to the rear

This is an attractive antique ornate wall mirror, displaying late 19th century French taste. Delivered polished and ready to hang.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 43.5cm (17.25'')

Max Depth: 9cm (3.5'')

Max Height: 80cm (31.5'')

Mirror Plate Width: 34cm (13.5'')

Mirror Plate Height: 44cm (17.25'')

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Our Ref: 18.9041

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
43.5cm (17.13")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this French Gilt Wall Mirror to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA997878
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9041
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Description
This is an antique ornate wall mirror. A French, gilt gesso and bevelled glass mirror, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Dashing wall mirror with an ornate continental elegance

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

fig 1. An oval French gilt gesso wall mirror featuring an ornate crested pediment and bevelled glass plate.
fig 1. Antique Ornate Wall Mirror, French, Gilt Gesso, Bevelled Glass, Victorian, 1900

Gilt gesso frame presents beautifully with rich golden hues

Original bevelled mirror plate shows a desirable light foxing

Bold surmount stands prominently above the whole with relief cabochon to centre

Oak leaf and acorn scroll motif decorates the pierced frame

fig 2. An oval French gilt gesso wall mirror featuring an ornate crested pediment and bevelled glass plate.
fig 2. Antique Ornate Wall Mirror, French, Gilt Gesso, Bevelled Glass, Victorian, 1900

Deep lower surmount with central lobe creates a striking adornment

Ready to mount, dressed with hanging loop to the rear

This is an attractive antique ornate wall mirror, displaying late 19th century French taste. Delivered polished and ready to hang.

fig 3. An oval French gilt gesso wall mirror featuring an ornate crested pediment and bevelled glass plate.
fig 3. Antique Ornate Wall Mirror, French, Gilt Gesso, Bevelled Glass, Victorian, 1900

Dimensions:

Max Width: 43.5cm (17.25'')

Max Depth: 9cm (3.5'')

Max Height: 80cm (31.5'')

Mirror Plate Width: 34cm (13.5'')

Mirror Plate Height: 44cm (17.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
London Fine Antiques
fig 4. An oval French gilt gesso wall mirror featuring an ornate crested pediment and bevelled glass plate.
fig 4. Antique Ornate Wall Mirror, French, Gilt Gesso, Bevelled Glass, Victorian, 1900

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.9041

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
43.5cm (17.13")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this French Gilt Wall Mirror to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA997878
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9041
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An oval French gilt gesso wall mirror featuring an ornate crested pediment and bevelled glass plate.
Antique Ornate Wall Mirror, French, Gilt Gesso, Bevelled Glass, Victorian, 1900
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Turn-of-the-century French gilt mirrors are defined by ornate decorative frames crafted using gesso over wood, finished with gold leaf gilding. Typically drawing inspiration from Louis XV and Rococo styles, they feature elaborate crestings, floral motifs, and bevelled glass plates.

These mirrors were constructed with a timber base frame covered in gessoa mixture of binder, chalk, and pigmentwhich was moulded into relief patterns. Gold leaf was then applied using water or oil gilding techniques over a bole substrate.

Authentic pieces from this era display subtle age-related wear, such as gentle hairline cracking in the gesso surface, known as craquelure. The mirror plate usually exhibits light foxing or oxidisation, and the rear features period timber backing boards rather than modern paneling.

A French gilt mirror serves as a focal point when mounted above a contemporary fireplace mantel or positioned over a minimalist console table. The contrast between the elaborate gilded frame and clean architectural lines creates a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Avoid using chemical glass cleaners or excess water, as moisture can seep behind the frame and damage the gesso or mirror silvering. Gently dust the frame with a soft, dry camel-hair brush, and clean the glass plate using a microfibre cloth squeezed almost dry.
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