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Description

Victorian gilt arch top overmantle. The mirror plate is later and in good condition. It has a replacement back board.

Height: 121 cm

Width at Base: 117 cm

Width of Frame: 100 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

121cm (47.64")

Width

117cm (46.06")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Declaration

Lorna Byskou has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1188482

Dealers Notes

We have been trading for over thirty five years, specialising in 19th century decorative gilt mirrors and furniture. Items can be viewed, by appointment, at our shop in Brasted, Kent, TN16 1JA. All our deliveries are made using a carrier that specialises in handling antiques and fine art, please contact us for further information.

Description

Victorian gilt arch top overmantle. The mirror plate is later and in good condition. It has a replacement back board.

Height: 121 cm

Width at Base: 117 cm

Width of Frame: 100 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

121cm (47.64")

Width

117cm (46.06")

Depth

10cm (3.94")

Date of Manufacture

Lorna Byskou has dated this Victorian Gilt Overmantel Mirror to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1188482

About the Dealer

Lorna Byskou

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2012

Specialising in 19th century decorative gilt mirrors and furniture.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Lorna Byskou Profile Page

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Lorna Byskou

Telephone 07710 451116

Location

Kent
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/lornabyskou

Verified Since Mar 2012

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ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialGiltwood, Gesso, Glass
ColourGold
MotifsArched top, Scrollwork, Central cartouche, Beaded moulding
SizeH 121 cm (48 in) x W 117 cm (46 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Victorian overmantel mirrors typically feature heavy ornamentation, classical motifs, and elaborate giltwood or gesso frames designed to sit atop a fireplace mantel.

These mirrors were traditionally constructed using a carved wood or composition moulding base, applied gesso for detailed relief work, and finished with gold leaf or metallic paint.

Authentic pieces often exhibit age-related foxing on the original mercury or silvered glass plate, hand-carved or layered gesso details, and backboards constructed from aged timber fixed with period screws.

Styling an ornate gilt mirror in a contemporary setting involves mounting it above a minimalist fireplace or console table to create a focal point that contrasts antique texture with clean architectural lines.

Cleaning requires dusting gently with a soft, dry brush, avoiding all liquid cleaners and abrasive cloths to prevent damage to the delicate metallic leaf and gesso surface.