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Antique Georgian walnut fret mirror with shaped cresting board featuring a well carved gilt hoho bird.

English, circa 1760. Unusually large size.

Large Georgian Walnut Fret Mirror

£950.00

Antique 18th Century Giltwood Mirror, c.1760

A striking and rare large George II fretwork mirror, crafted in walnut with superb original detail and patina. Dating to around 1760, this exceptional 18th-century English wall mirror is a fine example of Georgian period craftsmanship, and a rare find in this impressive size.

The mirror features a beautifully shaped cresting board adorned with a giltwood hoho bird, a classic decorative motif of the era. It retains its original mirror glass, which displays charming foxing and sparkle – a highly desirable quality found only in authentic 250+ year-old glass. The glass is set within a gilt slip and finely crossgrain-moulded walnut inner frame.

Complete with its original pine backboards, this antique mirror is in truly original condition, making it a highly decorative and collectible piece.

Whether placed above a fireplace, console table, or as a focal point in a period or contemporary setting, this is a timeless statement mirror with great historical presence.

An elegant antique mirror and a rare collector's item – ideal for interior designers, period homeowners, and lovers of fine English antiques.

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