Name: A Wonderful Large Antique English 19th C Arched Gilt Overmantle Mirror.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1107924
Price: 1250 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Cleall Antiques

Sold 1 December 2024 · Cleall Antiques

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Description

A Wonderful large Antique English 19th C arched gilt Overmantle Mirror, with original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 35 cm high

1 metre 31 cm wide

8 cm deep at bottom

6 cm deep in middle

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Antique Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

135cm (53.15")

Width

131cm (51.57")

Depth

8cm (3.15")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1107924

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 Wonderful large Antique English 19th C arched gilt Overmantle Mirror, with original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 35 cm high

1 metre 31 cm wide

8 cm deep at bottom

6 cm deep in middle

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Antique Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

135cm (53.15")

Width

131cm (51.57")

Depth

8cm (3.15")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1107924

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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ObjectOvermantel Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialGiltwood, Gesso, Glass, Timber
ColourGold
MotifsArched top, Gilded finish, Scroll feet, Moulded frame
SizeH 135 cm (53 in) x W 131 cm (52 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

FAQs

An overmantel mirror is a large wall mirror specifically designed to be hung or placed on the mantelpiece above a fireplace, becoming popular in British interiors during the 18th and 19th centuries to reflect light and enhance the sense of space.

These mirrors typically feature a wooden base or gesso frame covered in gold leaf or gilt paint, housing heavy silvered glass with bevelled edges, often assembled with traditional joinery at the corners.

Authentic pieces often display age-related foxing or oxidisation within the mirror plate, hand-applied gold leaf with subtle wear, and older timber backboards secured with period fixings or screws.

Placing a large gilt mirror above a fireplace or leaning it against a living room wall adds verticality and reflects natural light, creating a sophisticated contrast when paired with contemporary minimalist furniture.

Dust the gilt frame gently with a soft, dry brush and clean the mirror glass using a cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild glass cleaner, avoiding harsh chemicals that can damage the delicate gilded surface.