Name: A Fabulous Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Arched Top Painted Plain Overmantle Mirror.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1076437
Price: 995 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Cleall Antiques

Sold 6 February 2025 · Cleall Antiques

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Description

A Fabulous large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso arched top painted plain Overmantle Mirror, with original mirror.

Measurements:

1 metre 40 cm high

1 metre 12 cm wide at bottom

1 metre 10 cm wide in middle

6 cm deep in middle

7 cm deep at bottom

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Carved Wood Overmantle Mirror to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

140cm (55.12")

Width

112cm (44.09")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1076437

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 Fabulous large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso arched top painted plain Overmantle Mirror, with original mirror.

Measurements:

1 metre 40 cm high

1 metre 12 cm wide at bottom

1 metre 10 cm wide in middle

6 cm deep in middle

7 cm deep at bottom

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Carved Wood Overmantle Mirror to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

140cm (55.12")

Width

112cm (44.09")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1076437

About the Dealer

Cleall Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique english & french mirrors.

Dealer Profile

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Cleall Antiques

Telephone 07831 869 955

Location

Blakedene
Lyminster Road
Lyminster
Nr Arundel
West Sussex
BN17 7QF
United Kingdom

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ObjectMirrors
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialWood, Gesso, Glass
ColourOff-White
MotifsArched top, Carved frame, Moulded pillasters
SizeH 140 cm (55 in) x W 112 cm (44 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Overmantle mirrors gained prominence in the 18th and 19th centuries, specifically designed to be hung or placed directly on the mantelpiece above a fireplace to reflect candlelight and firelight around the room.

These pieces typically feature a solid wooden framework finished with carved wooden mouldings or applied gesso, enclosing a heavy glass mirror plate often secured with traditional backboards and handmade fixings.

Authentic period pieces often exhibit hand-carved details, genuine gesso shrinkage cracks, early silvering oxidation on the glass plate, and period-appropriate joinery or backing timbers.

Positioning the mirror above a fireplace or leaning it against a living room wall creates an impactful focal point, blending period texture with modern minimalist furniture.

Dust the carved surfaces gently with a soft, dry brush and clean the glass using a lint-free cloth with a mild glass cleaner sprayed onto the cloth rather than directly onto the frame to protect the gesso.