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Large Victorian Gild Overmantel Mirror
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Large Victorian Gild Overmantel Mirror

19th century
Sold 28 October 2025 · Georgian Antiques
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Description

Circa 1870. A quality mid Victorian carved and gilded wood and gesso overmantel mirror. The shaped arch top surmounted by a pierced scalloped shell entwined in a circle with foliate carving above. The pediment with various types of carving and gesso, the front shaped in the form of a gentle arch, the uprights surmounted by a pair of carved and gilded urns. The frame contains its original mirror, which is in excellent condition, the sides of the mirror are in the form of a pair of columns with foliate capitals, fluted and reeded, finishing on a rectangular gilded base with foliate carving to the sides, the base with moulding, gilding and finishing on an enclosed plinth. The mirror has excellent colour and patination.

Physical Dimensions
Height
158cm (62.20")
Width
192cm (75.59")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the Victorian era.

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SA1075199
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33509
Description
Circa 1870. A quality mid Victorian carved and gilded wood and gesso overmantel mirror.
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The shaped arch top surmounted by a pierced scalloped shell entwined in a circle with foliate carving above.
Georgian Antiques

The pediment with various types of carving and gesso, the front shaped in the form of a gentle arch, the uprights surmounted by a pair of carved and gilded urns. The frame contains its original mirror, which is in excellent condition, the sides of the mirror are in the form of a pair of columns with foliate capitals, fluted and reeded, finishing on a rectangular gilded base with foliate carving to the sides, the base with moulding, gilding and finishing on an enclosed plinth. The mirror has excellent colour and patination.

Height
158cm (62.20")
Width
192cm (75.59")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1075199
Dealers Internal Ref
33509
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A large antique Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an ornate gilded wooden frame with architectural pediment and fluted side pilasters.
Large Victorian Gild Overmantel Mirror
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A large antique Victorian overmantel mirror featuring an ornate gilded wooden frame with architectural pediment and fluted side pilasters.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialGiltwood, Gesso, Glass, Pine
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsFluted pilasters, Scroll brackets, Central urn pediment, Gilded acanthus moulding
  • SizeH 158 cm (62 in) x W 192 cm (76 in)

FAQs

An overmantel mirror is a large decorative looking-glass specifically designed to be hung or placed on the mantelpiece above a fireplace. During the Victorian era, these mirrors became prominent fixtures in formal reception rooms, often designed to reflect light and enhance the sense of space within domestic interiors.

These mirrors are typically constructed from a carved wooden or composition (compo) frame, which is then layered with gesso and gilded using gold leaf or metallic paint. Traditional joinery is used for the wooden backing, often featuring original pine framing and hand-cut fixings.

Authentic period pieces often display signs of age such as foxing and oxidisation on the original mercury or silvered glass plate. The frame construction typically utilizes historical gesso work, hand-carved detailing, and period-appropriate screws or backboards rather than modern fixings.

Placing a large antique mirror above a fireplace creates an immediate focal point, effectively bridging historical craftsmanship with contemporary design. It can be mounted securely to the wall or left to rest on a mantel shelf to bounce natural light throughout the room.

Gilded surfaces are exceptionally fragile and should be dusted gently with a soft, dry brush without the use of chemical cleaning agents. The glass plate can be cleaned using a lint-free cloth and a minimal amount of distilled water, taking care to avoid contact with the delicate frame.
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