A fine 19th-century gilt gesso overmantle mirror, offered in excellent condition by Hutton-Clarke Antiques. This elegant piece features a richly gilded frame with a distinctive gesso rope twist moulding, added to commemorate the British naval victory at the Battle of Trafalgar (1805)—a subtle yet powerful patriotic detail.
The mirror retains its original mercury silvered plate, offering a gently aged reflection typical of its era, and is set on a panelled wooden back, indicative of quality 19th-century craftsmanship.
A superb decorative statement above a fireplace or console, combining neoclassical elegance with historical significance.
height 147 cm, width 124 cm, depth 5 cm