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Antique Fine Quality Large Silver Gilt 19th Century Overmantle Wall Mirror
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Antique Fine Quality Large Silver Gilt 19th Century Overmantle Wall Mirror

19th century
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

Antique fine quality large silver gilt 19th Century overmantle wall mirror with a lovely charm and elegance.

This is a lovely, rare mirror and a great decorative find. Quality mirrors with silver gilding are so hard to find.

An impressive piece, that would look amazing in the right location. No loose joints.

The original mirrored glass is in good condition with light / medium oxidation and other age related imperfections.

Overall maximum dimensions: 117cm high x 90cm wide x 6cm deep. Mirrored glass 93cm high x 65cm wide.

In very good antique condition with original silver gilt finish, minor losses, knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, repairs, alterations, refinishing and touching up. Some historic extinct woodworm holes that have been treated for good measure.

Stock No. 8329.

30-day, no-quibble, money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK and overseas door to door shipping.

Date of Manufacture

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

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SA1010193
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8329
Dealers Notes

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

Description
Antique fine quality large silver gilt 19th Century overmantle wall mirror with a lovely charm and elegance.

This is a lovely, rare mirror and a great decorative find. Quality mirrors with silver gilding are so hard to find.

fig 1. A large 19th-century silver gilt rectangular overmantel mirror featuring rounded upper corners, beaded inner moulding, and a textured ribbed outer frame.
fig 1. Antique Fine Quality Large Silver Gilt 19th Century Overmantle Wall Mirror

An impressive piece, that would look amazing in the right location. No loose joints.

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The original mirrored glass is in good condition with light / medium oxidation and other age related imperfections.
Prior and Willis

Overall maximum dimensions: 117cm high x 90cm wide x 6cm deep. Mirrored glass 93cm high x 65cm wide.

fig 2. A large 19th-century silver gilt rectangular overmantel mirror featuring rounded upper corners, beaded inner moulding, and a textured ribbed outer frame.
fig 2. Antique Fine Quality Large Silver Gilt 19th Century Overmantle Wall Mirror

In very good antique condition with original silver gilt finish, minor losses, knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, repairs, alterations, refinishing and touching up. Some historic extinct woodworm holes that have been treated for good measure.

Stock No. 8329.

30-day, no-quibble, money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK and overseas door to door shipping.

Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1010193
Dealers Internal Ref
8329
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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Archive I A large 19th-century silver gilt rectangular overmantel mirror featuring rounded upper corners, beaded inner moulding, and a textured ribbed outer frame.

Antique Fine Quality Large Silver Gilt 19th Century Overmantle Wall Mirror

Archive II A large 19th-century silver gilt rectangular overmantel mirror featuring rounded upper corners, beaded inner moulding, and a textured ribbed outer frame. View II
Archive III A large 19th-century silver gilt rectangular overmantel mirror featuring rounded upper corners, beaded inner moulding, and a textured ribbed outer frame. View III
Archive IV A large 19th-century silver gilt rectangular overmantel mirror featuring rounded upper corners, beaded inner moulding, and a textured ribbed outer frame. View IV
Archive V A large 19th-century silver gilt rectangular overmantel mirror featuring rounded upper corners, beaded inner moulding, and a textured ribbed outer frame. View V
Archive VI A large 19th-century silver gilt rectangular overmantel mirror featuring rounded upper corners, beaded inner moulding, and a textured ribbed outer frame. View VI
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Prior and Willis
Telephone 07866 705199
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Kings Lynn
Norfolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/westnorfolk
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A large 19th-century silver gilt rectangular overmantel mirror featuring rounded upper corners, beaded inner moulding, and a textured ribbed outer frame.
Antique fine quality large silver gilt 19th Century overmantle wall mirror
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A large 19th-century silver gilt rectangular overmantel mirror featuring rounded upper corners, beaded inner moulding, and a textured ribbed outer frame.
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  • ObjectOvermantel Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Louis Philippe
  • MaterialWood, Gesso, Silver Gilt, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRounded upper corners, Beaded inner border, Ribbed frame moulding, Silver leaf gilding

This nineteenth-century French Louis Philippe style overmantle wall mirror is constructed from wood and gesso with a silver leaf gilt finish in silver. The rectangular glass plate features rounded upper corners, an inner beaded border, and a ribbed outer frame moulding with a textured surface, displaying minor losses, knocks, marks, wear, imperfections, repairs, alterations, refinishing, touching up, and historic treated woodworm holes alongside original mirrored glass with light to medium oxidation and age-related imperfections. Overall maximum dimensions are 117 cm high by 90 cm wide by 6 cm deep, with the mirrored glass measuring 93 cm high by 65 cm wide. Positioned above a mantel in a home today, this piece functions as a large decorative wall mirror. The solid frame construction has no loose joints, providing a stable hanging structure for interior living spaces.

FAQs

Originating in France during the reign of King Louis Philippe in the mid-19th century, these mirrors are characterised by rounded top corners, clean lines, and subtle decorative mouldings such as beadwork or fluting.

Frames were typically constructed from pine or oak overlaid with gesso moulding, then gilded using gold or silver leaf over a coloured clay bole base. Mirror plates were made using silvered glass.

Authentic period pieces often show subtle wear to the silver leaf revealing the underlying red or grey clay bole, gentle oxidisation or foxing on the glass plate, and hand-carved wood backboards.

Positioning a silver gilt mirror above a fireplace or modern sideboard creates a focal point that reflects natural light, complementing both contemporary monochrome palettes and traditional period schemes.

Dust the gilded frame gently with a dry, soft feather duster or soft brush, avoiding liquids or chemical cleaners that can dissolve water-gilded gesso surfaces. Clean the glass carefully with a slightly damp cloth without touching the frame.
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