How do I hang a heavy overmantel mirror?

These large mirrors require secure fixing directly into structural wall studs or masonry using heavy duty brackets. Professional installation ensures the substantial weight of wood and glass is safely supported. Position the mirror at a height that maintains a balanced visual relationship with the fireplace opening below.

What is the difference between an overmantel and a pier mirror?

An overmantel mirror is designed specifically to sit horizontally above a fireplace mantel. A pier mirror typically hangs vertically on the narrow wall space between two windows. Both forms utilise giltwood and gesso frames to reflect natural and artificial light around a period interior.

How do I clean antique giltwood frames?

Dust the carved surfaces gently with a soft, dry brush to remove particles without disturbing the delicate gold leaf. Avoid liquid cleaners and moisture entirely, as water strips gesso and nineteenth century gilding. Professional conservators should handle repairs to flaking surfaces or damaged composition ornaments.

Which periods do these mirrors cover?

The selections span from the eighteenth century George II period through Regency and Victorian eras, up to early twentieth century Art Deco. Nineteenth century dates such as eighteen sixty, eighteen seventy, and eighteen eighty appear frequently. Stylistic shifts move from classical Neoclassical restraint to exuberant Rococo Revival curves and geometric Art Deco lines.

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An antique gold chimneypiece mirror anchors a room above a fireplace with grand scale and gilded light.

Very Large Antique Overmantel Mirror, 230x189.5cm (7'5"X6'2") Classical, C.1850

19th century

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Very Large Antique Overmantel Mirror, 230x189.5cm (7'5"X6'2") Classical, C.1850

From London Fine Antiques

£4,950

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19th century

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A Stunning Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood and Gesso Arched Top Rope Twist Framed Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

From Cleall Antiques

£1,495

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19th century

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Antique Large 19th Century Quality Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror

From Prior and Willis

£1,396

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19th century

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19th Century Large Gilt Wall Overmantle Mirror

From Prior and Willis

£1,396

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Victorian Simulated Wood and Parcel-gilt Arch Top Overmantle Mirror

19th century

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Victorian Simulated Wood and Parcel-gilt Arch Top Overmantle Mirror

From Lorna Byskou

£995

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George II Carved Giltwood Chimney Piece Mirror

18th century

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George II Carved Giltwood Chimney Piece Mirror

From I M Chaney Antique Furniture

£1,200

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19th century

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A Superb Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

From Cleall Antiques

£995

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19th century

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A Fabulous 19th Century Elegant Giltwood Archtop Overmantel Mirror

From Yeats Country Antiques

£4,995

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19th century

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An Exceptional Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Shaped Top Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

From Cleall Antiques

£2,595

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Large Restored Oval Victorian Overmantle Mirror

19th century

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Large Restored Oval Victorian Overmantle Mirror

From AJD Antiques

£4,800

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Listings feature pieces spanning the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries, created in styles from Regency to Art Deco using giltwood, gesso, and mirror glass.

Regency Carved and Gilded Tryptic Overmantel Mirror

19th century

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Regency Carved and Gilded Tryptic Overmantel Mirror

From Georgian Antiques

£2,350

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Antique Gold Chimneypiece Mirror

Very Large Antique Overmantel Mirror, 230x189.5cm (7'5"X6'2") Classical, C.1850

A Stunning Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood and Gesso Arched Top Rope Twist Framed Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

Antique Large 19th Century Quality Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror

19th Century Large Gilt Wall Overmantle Mirror

Victorian Simulated Wood and Parcel-gilt Arch Top Overmantle Mirror

George II Carved Giltwood Chimney Piece Mirror

A Superb Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

A Fabulous 19th Century Elegant Giltwood Archtop Overmantel Mirror

An Exceptional Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Shaped Top Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

Large Restored Oval Victorian Overmantle Mirror

Regency Carved and Gilded Tryptic Overmantel Mirror

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