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Victorian Timber Gilt Oval Mirror
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Victorian Timber Gilt Oval Mirror

19th century
Sold 15 October 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
This “Victorian Timber Gilt Oval Mirror” found a buyer.

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Description

A superb quality Victorian timber gilt framed oval mirror with the original gilt finish and mirror glass c.1885. The dished oval frame with decorative plaster work border to the outer edge complemented by an inner laurel wreath border. Scroll design plaster decoration to the inner dished surface and small decorative border to the mirror edge. Original gilt finish and original mirror glass in excellent condition. Paper covered boarded back with secure fixings for wall hanging; can be hung in portrait or landscape positions. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 20" wide x 2.75" deep at the frame x 24" high.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Oval Mirror to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1167173
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 42090
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Description
A superb quality Victorian timber gilt framed oval mirror with the original gilt finish and mirror glass c.1885.
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The dished oval frame with decorative plaster work border to the outer edge complemented by an inner laurel wreath border.
Sturmans Antiques

Scroll design plaster decoration to the inner dished surface and small decorative border to the mirror edge. Original gilt finish and original mirror glass in excellent condition. Paper covered boarded back with secure fixings for wall hanging; can be hung in portrait or landscape positions. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 20" wide x 2.75" deep at the frame x 24" high.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Gilt Oval Mirror to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1167173
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 42090
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A Victorian oval wall mirror with an ornate gilded timber frame featuring detailed carved relief patterns. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A Victorian oval wall mirror with an ornate gilded timber frame featuring detailed carved relief patterns. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Timber Gilt Oval Mirror

Archive II A Victorian oval wall mirror with an ornate gilded timber frame featuring detailed carved relief patterns. View II
Archive III A Victorian oval wall mirror with an ornate gilded timber frame featuring detailed carved relief patterns. View III
Archive IV A Victorian oval wall mirror with an ornate gilded timber frame featuring detailed carved relief patterns. View IV
Archive V A Victorian oval wall mirror with an ornate gilded timber frame featuring detailed carved relief patterns. View V
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Sturmans Antiques Ltd
Main Street
Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
United Kingdom
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 185
Items Sold 10,936
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
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Location: Sturmans Antiques Ltd, Main Street, Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3QW, United Kingdom
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Sep 2012
For Sale
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Sold
10,936
A Victorian oval wall mirror with an ornate gilded timber frame featuring detailed carved relief patterns.
Victorian Timber Gilt Oval Mirror
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A Victorian oval wall mirror with an ornate gilded timber frame featuring detailed carved relief patterns.
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  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialTimber, Gesso, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsCarved leaf scrolls, Beaded inner border, Embossed gesso relief
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

Victorian mirrors often feature ornate craftsmanship, heavy frames, and rich surface treatments such as gilding, drawing heavily on historical revivals like Rococo and Gothic.

Frames were typically constructed from carved timber, gesso, and composition ornamentation, finished with gold leaf or metallic paint, and paired with silvered float or cylinder glass.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, oxidisation and foxing to the mirror plate, hand-carved or molded gesso details, and aged timber backing secured with old fixings.

Positioning an ornate gold mirror against minimalist walls or above contemporary furniture creates a striking focal point through the contrast of old and new elements.

Dust gently with a soft, dry brush and avoid all liquid cleaners or chemical polishes, as moisture and solvents can damage delicate gesso and gold leaf surfaces.
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