Antique English Oak Mirror with Carved Details, 1880

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A huge 19th century solid oak mirror, having foliage carved cavetto cornice with decorative carved bell shaped finials above acanthus … Read more A huge 19th century solid oak mirror, having foliage carved cavetto cornice with decorative carved bell shaped finials above acanthus leaf carved frieze and egg and dart carved inner edge.
Original glass with that desirable light foxing, flanked by substantial reeded columns with crisply carved leaf capitals to the top and floral motifs to the bottom all with fine quality scrolls.
This antique mirror is in original condition throughout, it retains its original glass, original finish which has been cleaned and waxed and original panelled backboards.
It can be positioned on the mantel piece or floor. c1880

Wood Material: Solid oak with a rich, original French polish finish.
Top Details: Cavetto cornice with carved foliage, bell-shaped finials, and an acanthus leaf frieze.
Frame Details: Egg-and-dart inner border, flanked by large reeded columns with leaf capitals at the top, floral motifs at the base, and fine scrollwork.
Versatility: Can be safely styled as a grand overmantel mirror or used as a full-length floor-standing pier mirror.
Condition Report Glass: Features the original 19th-century mirror glass, showing authentic light foxing which adds antique character.
Restoration: Retains its original finish, which has been professionally cleaned and waxed.
Structure: Completely original throughout, including its original panelled timber backboards. No woodworm, solid and sturdy.

This exquisite antique mirror came to us from a private individual, Alderley Edge in Cheshire.
It has been very well looked after over the years.

H199cm W137cm-frame W166cm-max D16cm
H6ft 7" W5ft 5.5"-max D6.5" See less