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A Spectacular Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Arched Top Gilt Rope Twist Framed Mirror.
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A Spectacular Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Arched Top Gilt Rope Twist Framed Mirror.

19th century
Sold 10 June 2025 · Cleall Antiques
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A Spectacular large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso arched top gilt rope twist framed Mirror, with ornate rope twist decorated bottom and original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 58 cm high

1 metre 69 cm wide

7 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Gilt Rope Twist Mirror to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
158cm (62.20")
Width
169cm (66.54")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
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SA1005349
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 Spectacular large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso arched top gilt rope twist framed Mirror, with ornate rope twist decorated bottom and original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 58 cm high

1 metre 69 cm wide

7 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Gilt Rope Twist Mirror to the 1860s.

Height
158cm (62.20")
Width
169cm (66.54")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1005349
Cleall Antiques
Cleall Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique english & french mirrors.

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Cleall Antiques

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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Cleall Antiques
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A large 19th-century arched mirror featuring a gold-finished gesso frame with carved rope twist detailing and decorative knots at the base.
A Spectacular large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso arched top gilt rope twist framed Mirror.
Ref: SA1005349
A large 19th-century arched mirror featuring a gold-finished gesso frame with carved rope twist detailing and decorative knots at the base.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWood, Gesso, Gold Leaf, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsArched top, Rope twist moulding, Carved knots
  • SizeH 158 cm (62 in) x W 169 cm (67 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth-century giltwood mirrors often feature hand-carved wooden substrates coated in gesso and gold leaf, incorporating classical or nautical motifs such as rope twists and arches.

These frames were typically constructed from carved softwood or hardwood, layered with fine gesso to create smooth relief details, and finished with gold leaf or metallic paint.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the hand-applied gesso for shrinkage cracks, inspecting the original mercury or silvered glass for oxidation spots, and checking for hand-cut joinery on the reverse.

Positioning a large gilt mirror against a minimalist wall creates a striking contrast between historical texture and contemporary clean lines, enhancing natural light within the space.

Preserve gilt surfaces by dusting gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth, avoiding chemical cleaning agents, and keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
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