Name: A Superb Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Gilt Overmantle Mirror.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1187028
Price: 1995 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Cleall Antiques

Sold 3 January 2026 · Cleall Antiques

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Description

A Superb large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso gilt Overmantle Mirror, with ornate crest above and original bevelled mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 29 cm high highest point

1 metre 52 cm wide at bottom widest point

5 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions

Height

129cm (50.79")

Width

152cm (59.84")

Depth

5cm (1.97")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1187028

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 Superb large Antique English 19th Century carved wood & gesso gilt Overmantle Mirror, with ornate crest above and original bevelled mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 29 cm high highest point

1 metre 52 cm wide at bottom widest point

5 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions

Height

129cm (50.79")

Width

152cm (59.84")

Depth

5cm (1.97")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1187028

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, Gold Leaf, Glass
ColourGold
MotifsCarved crest, Gilt gesso finish, Beaded border, Corner cartouches
SizeH 129 cm (51 in) x W 152 cm (60 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Overmantel mirrors gained immense popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries, specifically designed to be hung directly above a fireplace mantel to reflect light and amplify the warmth of a room.

Authentic period mirrors are typically constructed from a carved wooden subframe, layered with gesso and finely applied gold leaf or composition metal, often featuring hand-carved decorative motifs.

Authenticity is identified by hand-carved wooden details, the presence of traditional gesso cracking, hand-beveled glass with natural foxing or imperfections, and construction methods consistent with the period.

Mounting the mirror directly above a fireplace anchors the room, whilst leaning it casually against a wall introduces a sophisticated, layered aesthetic that contrasts contemporary and traditional elements.

Giltwood frames require gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth and should be kept away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and moisture to prevent the delicate gesso and gold leaf from flaking.