Sold: Early 20th Century Large Unusual Shaped Gilt Mirror

Name: Early 20th Century Large Unusual Shaped Gilt Mirror
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1113532
Price: 1195 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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An early 20th-century wall mirror featuring an unusual shaped gilt wood frame with corner rosettes.

Early 20th century Large unusual shaped Gilt mirror

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ObjectWall Mirrors
Period1900 - 1920
StyleTraditional
MaterialGilt Wood, Glass
ColourGold
MotifsChamfered corners, Floral rosettes, Gilt finish
SizeH 125 cm (49 in) x W 83 cm (33 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

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A gilt wood mirror features a wooden frame coated with a thin layer of gold leaf or powder. These pieces gained widespread popularity across various European design movements from the 17th century onwards, prized for their ability to reflect light and add luminescence to interiors.

Traditional gilt mirrors are typically constructed from carved hardwoods or softwoods such as pine or gesso-coated timber. The gilding process involves applying gold leaf or metal leaf over a prepared bole base, often finished with burnishing to achieve a lustrous sheen.

Authentication involves examining the frame construction, underlying gesso layers, and the mirror plate itself. Genuine older pieces often exhibit hand-carved joinery, natural foxing or oxidisation within the glass, and wear patterns consistent with age rather than artificial distressing.

Pairing an ornate gilt mirror with minimalist or modern furnishings creates a striking textural contrast. Positioning the piece opposite a light source maximises illumination and enhances spatial depth within the room.

Gilt surfaces are extremely delicate and sensitive to moisture and chemical cleaners. Maintenance should be limited to very gentle dusting with a soft, dry ostrich feather duster, avoiding any liquid contact to prevent lifting the metallic leaf.

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Early 20th Century Large Unusual Shaped Gilt Mirror