Name: A Spectacular Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood Painted Arched Top Overmantle Mirror.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA893119
Price: 2495 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Cleall Antiques

Sold 13 May 2025 · Cleall Antiques

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Description

A Spectacular Large Antique English 19th Century carved wood painted Arched top Overmantle Mirror, with ornate crest above and original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 79 cm high

1 metre 76 cm wide at bottom

1 metre 50 cm wide in middle

8 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Antique Overmantle Mirror to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

179cm (70.47")

Width

176cm (69.29")

Depth

8cm (3.15")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA893119

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 Spectacular Large Antique English 19th Century carved wood painted Arched top Overmantle Mirror, with ornate crest above and original mirror and backboards.

Measurements:

1 metre 79 cm high

1 metre 76 cm wide at bottom

1 metre 50 cm wide in middle

8 cm deep

Date of Manufacture

Cleall Antiques has dated this Antique Overmantle Mirror to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

179cm (70.47")

Width

176cm (69.29")

Depth

8cm (3.15")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA893119

About the Dealer

Cleall Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique english & french mirrors.

Dealer Profile

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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
MaterialWood, Glass
ColourOff-White
MotifsArched top, Carved scrollwork, Shell cartouche, Distressed painted finish
SizeH 179 cm (70 in) x W 176 cm (69 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Overmantle mirrors gained immense popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries, specifically designed to be hung or placed directly above a fireplace mantel to reflect candlelight and natural light around the room.

Authentic period mirrors typically feature hand-carved wooden frames made from pine, oak, or gesso over wood, often finished with hand-applied paint, gilding, or silver leaf.

Indicators of age include old mirror plates with foxing, oxidisation, hand-beveled edges, and construction markers on the reverse such as hand-cut screws, old pine backing boards, and traditional joinery.

Resting a large mirror directly on a mantelpiece or leaning it against a living room wall creates an impactful focal point while blending historical charm with modern minimalist decor.

Use a soft, dry microfiber cloth to dust the frame and apply a gentle, ammonia-free glass cleaner directly to the cloth rather than the glass to prevent moisture seeping behind the silvered backing.