Where should an overmantel mirror hang?

These mirrors traditionally hang centrally on the wall directly above a fireplace mantelpiece, resting securely on its shelf or fixed to the brickwork. Because of their considerable height and weight, secure wall fixings are essential to support the frame safely above the hearth.

How do I identify a Victorian overmantel mirror?

Victorian examples generally date from the mid to late nineteenth century and often feature arched tops, heavy giltwood frames, and elaborate gesso mouldings. Many incorporate specific stylistic revivals, such as Rococo or French Chateau influences, alongside robust wooden backing construction.

Are these mirrors suitable for rooms without fireplaces?

While designed specifically to occupy the wall space above a mantelpiece, their grand scale and reflective glass make them effective wall mirrors in other large rooms. They function well as statement pieces on plain walls, provided the wall structure can bear the weight of the timber and gesso frame.

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A large fireplace overmantel mirror anchors a chimney breast with substantial scale and reflective presence.

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A Very Rare 19th Century Irish Tryptic Giltwood Overmantel Mirror with Ho Ho Bird and Squirrel Detail

From Yeats Country Antiques

£8,595

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Large 19th Century Gilt Overmantel Mirror

From Roger Bradbury Antiques

£380

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Antique Gilt Overmantle Mirror C1880

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Antique 19th Century Gilt Overmantle Mirror – Fine Quality

From Prior and Willis

£1,046

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Antique C.1910 Gilt Overmantle Mirror – Fine Quality

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Antique C.1910 Gilt Overmantle Mirror – Fine Quality

From Prior and Willis

£486

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

From Cleall Antiques

£1,250

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A Superb Large Antique English 19th Century Arched Top Gilt Overmantel Mirror.

From Cleall Antiques

£1,995

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A Fabulous Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Shaped Top Gilt Ornate Framed Overmantle mirror.

From Cleall Antiques

£1,995

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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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Large Giltwood Neoclassical Style 19th-century Overmantel Mirror with Neoclassical Decorations

From Georgian Antiques

£3,275

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Certain nineteenth-century models feature curious nautical rope twists or cheerful Chinese Chippendale ho-ho birds perched atop the architectural cresting.

Antique English Giltwood Louis Revival Overmantel Mirror C1860 160 X 80cm

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Antique English Giltwood Louis Revival Overmantel Mirror C1860 160 X 80cm

From Regent Antiques

£2,450

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

From Cleall Antiques

£1,595

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A Spectacular Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Gilt Overmantel Mirror.

From Cleall Antiques

£1,795

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

From Cleall Antiques

£1,995

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Very Large 79" Tall Antique Giltwood Overmantle Wall Mirror C1850.

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Very Large 79" Tall Antique Giltwood Overmantle Wall Mirror C1850.

From Fine Antique Mirrors

£1,640

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

From Cleall Antiques

£1,150

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Large Fireplace Overmantel Mirror

A Very Rare 19th Century Irish Tryptic Giltwood Overmantel Mirror with Ho Ho Bird and Squirrel Detail

Large 19th Century Gilt Overmantel Mirror

Antique Gilt Overmantle Mirror C1880

Antique 19th Century Gilt Overmantle Mirror – Fine Quality

Antique C.1910 Gilt Overmantle Mirror – Fine Quality

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

A Superb Large Antique English 19th Century Arched Top Gilt Overmantel Mirror.

A Fabulous Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Shaped Top Gilt Ornate Framed Overmantle mirror.

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

Large Giltwood Neoclassical Style 19th-century Overmantel Mirror with Neoclassical Decorations

Antique English Giltwood Louis Revival Overmantel Mirror C1860 160 X 80cm

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

A Spectacular Large Antique English 19th Century Carved Wood & Gesso Gilt Overmantel Mirror.

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

Very Large 79" Tall Antique Giltwood Overmantle Wall Mirror C1850.

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

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