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Large Satin Birch Overmantel Mirror
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Large Satin Birch Overmantel Mirror

19th century
For Sale by Millers Antiques
Description

A generous overmantel mirror in satin birch, well designed with attractive columns, surrounding the plate glass mirror, made around 1830-40 all in good condition.

UK Delivery quote available.

Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Satin Birch Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 09648339
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 180-200 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Strong ripple figure across the satin birch: fashion for pale timbers during the 1830s.
Turned full columns on square plinth blocks: classical architectural styling of the William IV era.
Unfinished pine visible on the corner blocks: traditional construction beneath the cut veneer.
Mellow warm tone in the shellac finish: natural ageing from prolonged exposure to light.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
106.5cm (41.93")
Width
170cm (66.93")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Reference Numbers
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SA1235477
Dealers Notes

Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.

Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441

All measurements taken at the widest point.

Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays Winter hours may vary please call 01668282308 in advance.

Description
A generous overmantel mirror in satin birch, well designed with attractive columns, surrounding the plate glass mirror, made around 1830-40 all in good condition.

UK Delivery quote available.

Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Satin Birch Wall Mirror to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09648339
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 180-200 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Strong ripple figure across the satin birch: fashion for pale timbers during the 1830s.
Turned full columns on square plinth blocks: classical architectural styling of the William IV era.
Unfinished pine visible on the corner blocks: traditional construction beneath the cut veneer.
Mellow warm tone in the shellac finish: natural ageing from prolonged exposure to light.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
106.5cm (41.93")
Width
170cm (66.93")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235477
Millers Antiques
Millers Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Antiques since 1947.

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A large rectangular wall mirror crafted with a satin birch wood frame featuring architectural column details along the sides.
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Archive I A large rectangular wall mirror crafted with a satin birch wood frame featuring architectural column details along the sides.

Large Satin Birch Overmantel Mirror

Archive II A large rectangular wall mirror crafted with a satin birch wood frame featuring architectural column details along the sides. View II
Archive III A large rectangular wall mirror crafted with a satin birch wood frame featuring architectural column details along the sides. View III
Archive IV A large rectangular wall mirror crafted with a satin birch wood frame featuring architectural column details along the sides. View IV
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Millers Antiques

Millers Antiques
Telephone 01668 282 308 or 07714 332 441
Location
1-5 Church Street
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/millersantiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 310
Items Sold 1,150
Millers Antiques
Millers Antiques
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A large rectangular wall mirror crafted with a satin birch wood frame featuring architectural column details along the sides.
Large Satin Birch Overmantel Mirror
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A large rectangular wall mirror crafted with a satin birch wood frame featuring architectural column details along the sides.
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  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSatin Birch, Glass
  • ColourWarm Amber
  • MotifsTurned columns, Architectural pediment, Flame timber grain, Oblong frame
  • SizeH 106.5 cm (42 in) x W 170 cm (67 in) x D 13 cm (5 in)

This large nineteenth-century Victorian overmantel mirror exhibits a grand Regency style, rendered in warm amber satin birch with a striking flame timber grain and a clear plate glass mirror. The oblong frame displays an architectural pediment and substantial turned columns at either side, topped with square blocks and paired with a matching horizontal moulding above the glass. Measuring 106.5 cm high by 170 cm wide and 13 cm deep, the piece offers a substantial presence suitable for a domestic interior. Positioned above the mantel in a principal reception room or living space, the mirror reflects light and expands the visual boundaries of the interior while providing a traditional architectural focal point. The visible woodwork displays an even golden tone highlighting the natural figure of the birch, complemented by clean lines and solid joinery appropriate for period placement. It coordinates effectively with traditional fire surrounds and period furnishings, adding depth and proportion to the fireplace wall.

FAQs

Satin birch mirrors from this era feature light-coloured hardwood frames with shimmering chatoyant grain patterns, typically finished with architectural mouldings or structural columns.

These pieces combine solid timber sub-frames with patterned satin birch veneers, silvered plate glass, and hand-carved classical details such as turned pilasters.

Authentic examples display natural variations in wood grain intensity, period joinery on the frame, original wood backboards, and subtle age marks in the glass mirror plate.

Position the mirror horizontally above a fireplace mantel, hallway console table, or dining room sideboard to maximize natural light refraction and create architectural structure.

Dust the wood frame regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply natural beeswax annually, ensuring glass cleaner is sprayed onto a cloth rather than directly onto the timber.
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