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Antique King of Bavaria’s Large Carved Oak Hunting Lodge Overmantle Wall Mirror
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Antique King of Bavaria’s Large Carved Oak Hunting Lodge Overmantle Wall Mirror

19th century
Description

Here we have a provincial large Carved Oak Hunting Lodge Mirror, made by Wallace and Walker in 1803 (222 Years Old), formerly from the King of Bavaria’s Hunting Lodge Berg Palace, and the mirror has also been part of British stately homes and manor house collections ever since. This large mirror with incredible carved oak depicts a boar hunt with two men in hunting dress, both with spears, accompanied with many different carefully carved dogs in pursuit, carved flowers, carved foliage, and a carved boar to the centre. The closer you look to this piece the more unique carving details and intricacies you see, showcasing the talent of the carver’s Wallace & walker, from the late 18th & early 19th centuries, who made this piece.

Provenance Key Timeline:

1803 - Made by Wallace & Walker

1920’s - Originally removed from Prince Ruperts, eldest son of Kings Louis III of Bavaria, Hunting Lodge (Berg Palace) in Starnberg, Bavaria, around 1920

1937 - Bought from Witley Court Palace, one of the surviving items from the great fire which burnt down the house into ruins

September 1969 - Removed from Aston Manor

2025 - Acquired from a private collection from a Hall in the Birmingham Area

Dimensions

Height - 151 cm / 59.45 inches

Width - 126 cm / 49.61 inches

Depth - 17.5 cm / 6.89 inches

Free UK mainland delivery. We ship internationally with professional couriers, please contact us if you would like to get an international delivery quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
151cm (59.45")
Width
126cm (49.61")
Depth
17.5cm (6.89")
Declaration

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this Carved Oak Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1222008
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Delivery:

Free UK mainland delivery (excluding Scottish islands and other UK islands).

International delivery available — please contact us or request a quote.

Description
Here we have a provincial large Carved Oak Hunting Lodge Mirror, made by Wallace and Walker in 1803 (222 Years Old), formerly from the King of Bavaria’s Hunting Lodge Berg Palace, and the mirror has also been part of British stately homes and manor house collections ever since. This large mirror with incredible carved oak depicts a boar hunt with two men in hunting dress, both with spears, accompanied with many different carefully carved dogs in pursuit, carved flowers, carved foliage, and a carved boar to the centre. The closer you look to this piece the more unique carving details and intricacies you see, showcasing the talent of the carver’s Wallace & walker, from the late 18th & early 19th centuries, who made this piece.
fig 1. A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork.
fig 1. Antique King of Bavaria’s Large Carved Oak Hunting Lodge Overmantle Wall Mirror

Provenance Key Timeline:

1803 - Made by Wallace & Walker

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1920’s - Originally removed from Prince Ruperts, eldest son of Kings Louis III of Bavaria, Hunting Lodge (Berg Palace) in Starnberg, Bavaria, around 1920.
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fig 2. A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork.
fig 2. Antique King of Bavaria’s Large Carved Oak Hunting Lodge Overmantle Wall Mirror

1937 - Bought from Witley Court Palace, one of the surviving items from the great fire which burnt down the house into ruins

September 1969 - Removed from Aston Manor

2025 - Acquired from a private collection from a Hall in the Birmingham Area

fig 3. A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork.
fig 3. Antique King of Bavaria’s Large Carved Oak Hunting Lodge Overmantle Wall Mirror

Dimensions

Height - 151 cm / 59.45 inches

Width - 126 cm / 49.61 inches

Depth - 17.5 cm / 6.89 inches

Free UK mainland delivery. We ship internationally with professional couriers, please contact us if you would like to get an international delivery quote.

Height
151cm (59.45")
Width
126cm (49.61")
Depth
17.5cm (6.89")
Date of Manufacture

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this Carved Oak Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1222008
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables
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Archive I A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork.

Antique King of Bavaria’s Large Carved Oak Hunting Lodge Overmantle Wall Mirror

Archive II A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork. View II
Archive III A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork. View III
Archive IV A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork. View IV
Archive V A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork. View V
Archive VI A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork. View VI
Archive VII A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork. View VII
Archive VIII A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork. View VIII
Archive IX A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork. View IX
Archive X A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork. View X
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Archive XII A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork. View XII
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A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork.
Antique King Of Bavaria’s Large Carved Oak Hunting Lodge Overmantle Wall Mirror
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A deeply carved dark oak mirror frame featuring high-relief depictions of a wild boar hunt with hounds, huntsmen, and acanthus scrollwork.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGerman Historicism
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsHigh relief carving, Wild boar hunt scene, Huntsman figures, Acanthus scrolls
  • SizeH 151 cm (59 in) x W 126 cm (50 in) x D 17.5 cm (7 in)

This large wall mirror originates from the 19th century in the German Historicism style, fashioned from dark brown oak. The frame incorporates deep high-relief carving showcasing a wild boar hunt scene with a central wild boar, hounds, two huntsman figures with spears, carved foliage, flowers, and acanthus scrolls, complemented by an ornate top finial and a shaped base moulding. The construction employs solid timber with a polished dark finish that highlights the intricate wooden grain and sculptural depth. Measuring 151 cm high, 126 cm wide, and 17.5 cm deep, this substantial piece mounts directly to a wall above the mantel in a principal reception room, grand hallway, or a traditional hunting lodge interior to serve as a dramatic focal point.

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Popularised during the 19th century in Central Europe and Britain, carved oak mirrors depicting hunting motifs were designed for country estates, lodges, and grand dining rooms. They drew upon Historicist and Gothic Revival movements, showcasing narrative scenes of wildlife and foliage.

These frames were typically hand-carved from solid oak timber using chisels and gouges to achieve high-relief three-dimensional detail. The wooden frame construction incorporated traditional joinery and was often finished with dark stain or wax polish.

Authentic period examples exhibit subtle hand-tool marks on the reverse and within deep recesses, alongside natural timber shrinkage and patination consistent with age. Molded or machine-carved reproductions generally lack depth, showing uniform tool lines and synthetic finishes.

Positioning a deeply carved oak mirror above a fireplace or console table creates an architectural focal point within a modern space. Pairing the dark timber frame with neutral wall tones allows the complex carved silhouette to stand out without overwhelming the room.

Dust the detailed carvings regularly using a soft, dry bristle brush or microfibre cloth to prevent buildup in the recessed areas. Apply a small amount of clear beeswax polish annually to protect the wood grain and maintain the natural patina.
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