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19th Century Giltwood Mirror
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19th Century Giltwood Mirror

19th century
For Sale by Baggott & Co.
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19th century giltwood mirror

With broken arched pediment adorned with acanthus leaves, centred with the crest of the square and compass of the Freemasons, flanked with fluted columns with Corinthian capitals. The original water gilding with some wear in places showing the red bole below, the mirror plate is later.

English, circa 1850

75cm H, 56cm W, 6.5cm D.

Date of Manufacture

Baggott & Co. has dated this Regency Giltwood Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1153033
Dealers Internal Reference
LB14478
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England:

Huntsman’s Yard, Sheep Street, Stow on the Wold, GL54 1AA

01451 830 370

Scotland:

Keepers House, Auchencairn, Castle Douglas, DG7 1QZ

07881 823 369

Description
19th century giltwood mirror
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With broken arched pediment adorned with acanthus leaves, centred with the crest of the square and compass of the Freemasons, flanked with fluted columns with Corinthian capitals.
Baggott & Co.

The original water gilding with some wear in places showing the red bole below, the mirror plate is later.

English, circa 1850

75cm H, 56cm W, 6.5cm D.

Date of Manufacture

Baggott & Co. has dated this Regency Giltwood Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1153033
Dealers Internal Ref
LB14478
Baggott & Co.
Baggott & Co.
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2019

Dealers in antiques and decorative interiors based in the cotswolds and scotland

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A rectangular 19th-century giltwood wall mirror featuring fluted Corinthian pilasters, a triangular pediment with a carved crest, and gold star details on the base corners.
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Archive I A rectangular 19th-century giltwood wall mirror featuring fluted Corinthian pilasters, a triangular pediment with a carved crest, and gold star details on the base corners.

19th Century Giltwood Mirror

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Baggott & Co.

Baggott & Co.
Telephone 07881 823 369
Location
Two locations:

Huntsmans Yard
Sheep Street
Stow-on-the-Wold
Gloucestershire
GL54 1AA

The Keepers House
Auchencairn
Castle Douglas
DG7 1QZ

United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/leslieandbaggott
Verified Since Feb 2019
Items For Sale 267
Items Sold 8
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A rectangular 19th-century giltwood wall mirror featuring fluted Corinthian pilasters, a triangular pediment with a carved crest, and gold star details on the base corners.
19th century giltwood mirror
Ref: SA1153033
A rectangular 19th-century giltwood wall mirror featuring fluted Corinthian pilasters, a triangular pediment with a carved crest, and gold star details on the base corners.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialGiltwood, Gesso, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsCorinthian pilasters, Pediment crest, Star bosses, Acanthus leaves
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 6.5 cm (3 in)

This 19th-century Regency wall mirror displays a rectangular glass plate enclosed by a giltwood and gesso frame in a rich gold finish. The architectural composition includes fluted Corinthian pilasters flanking the sides, a triangular pediment with a broken arched form, and a carved crest adorned with acanthus leaves alongside the square and compass of the Freemasons. Details comprise spherical finials above the capitals and raised star bosses on the base corners. The original water gilding exhibits surface wear that reveals the warm red bole beneath, while the mirror plate is a later replacement. Measuring 75 cm high, 56 cm wide, and 6.5 cm deep, this piece brings a formal classical presence to a home interior. Positioned in living spaces or hallways, the mirror mounts easily on walls to add reflection and light to reception rooms or bedrooms. The antique craftsmanship and neoclassical motifs suit traditional and eclectic interiors alike, functioning effectively above a mantelpiece or a side table. The compact depth allows it to sit flush against wall surfaces without dominating smaller rooms, while the architectural pediment provides a strong visual focal point. Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth preserves the gilded surface and glass plate.

FAQs

A Regency giltwood mirror is characterised by Classical architectural features, such as pediments, Corinthian pilasters, and carved motifs like stars and crests, reflecting the 19th-century interest in Greek and Roman antiquity.

These frames were typically constructed from carved timber coated with gesso, followed by a layer of coloured clay known as bole, onto which thin sheets of gold leaf were applied and burnished.

Authentic pieces often exhibit water gilding where the red or grey clay bole shows through areas of natural rubbing, along with subtle lines where individual gold leaf sheets overlap.

A giltwood mirror functions effectively as a focal point above a fireplace mantelpiece or modern sideboard, balancing contemporary minimalist decor with classic architectural detailing.

Dust the frame gently with a soft, dry feather duster or camel-hair brush, avoiding water, chemical cleaners, or damp cloths which can dissolve gesso and damage gold leafing.
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