How do I hang an edwardian overmantel securely?

These mirrors carry substantial weight due to their timber frames and thick glass plates. Fixings must be anchored directly into the wall studs or masonry of the chimney breast using heavy-duty brackets. Professional installation is recommended to distribute the load evenly and prevent the mirror from shifting under its own mass.

Where should an edwardian overmantel be placed?

Traditionally positioned directly above a fireplace mantelpiece, an edwardian overmantel serves as the visual anchor of a reception room. The lower edge sits just above the wooden mantel shelf. They also function effectively on large blank walls in hallways or dining rooms, where their scale helps to reflect natural light across the space.

How do I clean antique mirror glass?

Use a soft, dry microfiber cloth to remove dust from the glass and the surrounding frame without applying pressure to fragile gesso. Avoid spraying liquids directly onto the mirror plate. Moisture can seep behind the silvering or into the wooden joints, causing dark spots or lifting the historical finish over time.

How do I distinguish Edwardian from Victorian mirrors?

Victorian overmantels often feature heavy, ornate carved details, dark woods like walnut, and deep architectural moulding. They lean towards rich, exuberant historicism and dense ornamentation. Edwardian pieces typically show lighter proportions, brighter satinwood or lighter oak finishes, and simpler lines inspired by eighteenth-century neoclassical revivals.

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An edwardian overmantel brings proportion and reflective breadth to a room, anchoring the hearth with period weight.

Large Victorian Inlaid & Gilt Rosewood Wall Mirror

19th century

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Large Victorian Inlaid & Gilt Rosewood Wall Mirror

From Antique Furniture Direct

£295

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19th century

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A Specatular Large Antique English 19th Century Hour Glass Framed Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

From Cleall Antiques

£1,250

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Quality Victorian Mahogany Framed Mirror

19th century

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Quality Victorian Mahogany Framed Mirror

From Sturmans Antiques

£339

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19th century

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A Stunning Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Arched Top Gilt Overmantel Mirror.

From Cleall Antiques

£1,995

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19th century

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

From Cleall Antiques

£1,495

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A Victorian Regency Revival Style Mirror C1870

19th century

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A Victorian Regency Revival Style Mirror C1870

From Junk Antiques & Interiors

£325

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Edwardian Adam Style Giltwood Wall Mirror

1900 - 1920

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Edwardian Adam Style Giltwood Wall Mirror

From Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

£1,200

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Adam Revival Parcel Gilt Pier Glass / Wall Mirror C1900

1900 - 1920

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Adam Revival Parcel Gilt Pier Glass / Wall Mirror C1900

From Fine Antique Mirrors

£665

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19th century

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A Fabulous Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood and Gesso Arched Top Gilt Laurel Leaf Framed Overmantle.

From Cleall Antiques

£1,495

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19th century

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Victorian Timber Gilt Mirror

From Sturmans Antiques

£195

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Listings for an edwardian overmantel span the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, incorporating Victorian, Edwardian, and Art Deco design influences.

Edwardian Rosewood and Marquetry Over Mantel Mirror

1900 - 1920

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Edwardian Rosewood and Marquetry Over Mantel Mirror

From Church Street Antiques & Interiors

£450

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Unusual Antique Edwardian Quality Chinoiserie Decorated Wall Mirror

1900 - 1920

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Unusual Antique Edwardian Quality Chinoiserie Decorated Wall Mirror

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£595

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Antique C.1910 Gilt Overmantle Mirror – Fine Quality

1900 - 1920

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Antique C.1910 Gilt Overmantle Mirror – Fine Quality

From Prior and Willis

£486

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19th century

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A Wonderful Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

From Cleall Antiques

£1,250

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1900 - 1920

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Fine Edwardian Round Gilt Mirror

From Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

£595

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Moorish Style Overmantel Attributed to Liberty & Co

19th century

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Moorish Style Overmantel Attributed to Liberty & Co

From Artysan Cotswolds

£395

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Edwardian Overmantel

Large Victorian Inlaid & Gilt Rosewood Wall Mirror

A Specatular Large Antique English 19th Century Hour Glass Framed Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

Quality Victorian Mahogany Framed Mirror

A Stunning Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Arched Top Gilt Overmantel Mirror.

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

A Victorian Regency Revival Style Mirror C1870

Edwardian Adam Style Giltwood Wall Mirror

Adam Revival Parcel Gilt Pier Glass / Wall Mirror C1900

A Fabulous Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood and Gesso Arched Top Gilt Laurel Leaf Framed Overmantle.

Victorian Timber Gilt Mirror

Edwardian Rosewood and Marquetry Over Mantel Mirror

Unusual Antique Edwardian Quality Chinoiserie Decorated Wall Mirror

Antique C.1910 Gilt Overmantle Mirror – Fine Quality

A Wonderful Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood Gilt Overmantle Mirror.

Fine Edwardian Round Gilt Mirror

Moorish Style Overmantel Attributed to Liberty & Co

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