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The attractive Regency period giltwood and gesso wall mirror of relatively delicate proportions having the original convex mirror plate and gilded slip, surrounded by a thick moulded gilt gesso frame surmounted by a pedestal and supporting an eagle spread-eagled, the base issuing acanthus leaves and the whole surviving from the first quarter of the nineteenth century.
The mirror is in very original, attractive, decorative aged condition. The original plate glass is in tact and has attractive foxing across the whole, evenly spread and has lost some silvering and is part non-reflecting. The gilding is complete and shows a fabulous patina without having been overpainted or gilded. The reverse shows much of the original fittings.
The convex shape was very popular in the Regency period and appeared in many forms, often with the addition of exotic animals, flora and other decoration. They are known to reflect more light than the comparably sized flat mirrors, also reflecting the entire room and other sources of light. Although made from the mid-18th century, they did not gain great popularity until about 1790. So favoured were they in the early 19th century, that Sheraton’s 1803 Director mentioned under 'Mirrors' only the convex form. Convex mirrors were often placed above the dining room sideboard, which allowed the butler to discretely keep an eye on dinner guests while keeping his back turned.
It is pleasing to find an example of these proportions and one that has not been badly restored or re-gilded. This is very much all about English country house originality stunning.
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Private dealer, By appointment only
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
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The mirror is in very original, attractive, decorative aged condition. The original plate glass is in tact and has attractive foxing across the whole, evenly spread and has lost some silvering and is part non-reflecting. The gilding is complete and shows a fabulous patina without having been overpainted or gilded. The reverse shows much of the original fittings.
The convex shape was very popular in the Regency period and appeared in many forms, often with the addition of exotic animals, flora and other decoration. They are known to reflect more light than the comparably sized flat mirrors, also reflecting the entire room and other sources of light. Although made from the mid-18th century, they did not gain great popularity until about 1790. So favoured were they in the early 19th century, that Sheraton’s 1803 Director mentioned under 'Mirrors' only the convex form. Convex mirrors were often placed above the dining room sideboard, which allowed the butler to discretely keep an eye on dinner guests while keeping his back turned.
It is pleasing to find an example of these proportions and one that has not been badly restored or re-gilded. This is very much all about English country house originality stunning.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 26/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
Category Antique Mirrors
Date c.1800-15
Early 19th Century Antiques Material Giltwood
Origin English
Item code as155a1474
Status Sold
£1100.00 
$1381.93 
€1318.68 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 26/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
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Doe And Hope
Private dealer, By appointment onlyThe Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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