Antique Arched Wall Mirror – Carved Gesso Frame with Provenance Note

Description :
This antique arched wall mirror features a richly patinated gesso-on-wood frame, adorned with applied fruit and floral reliefs in the Rococo Revival tradition. Its timeworn surface, hand-painted woodgrain finish, and softly foxed glass lend authentic character, enhanced further by the hand-written note affixed to the back. The note traces the mirror’s lineage to the William Jackson family—early settlers of Chagrin Falls, Ohio—marking this as both a decorative and historical piece. With original hanging hardware still intact, this mirror is a rare survivor of 19th-century craftsmanship. Ideal for collectors of Americana or period restoration projects.
Era: Mid to Late 19th Century

Style: Rococo Revival / Victorian

Technique: Hand-carved wood with gesso molding and faux bois painted finish

Tools Used: Carving chisels, gesso molds, hand plane, paintbrushes, silvering tools

History: Provenance suggests ownership by the William Jackson family, first settlers in Chagrin Falls, Ohio

Manufacturer / Maker: Maker: Unknown – likely regional American workshop

Measurements: 19" W x 29" T x 1" D

Suggested Weight: Approximately 12–15 lbs

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension: 34" L x 24" W x 5" H (double-boxed with foam and fragile handling)

Music: Appalachian folk or Civil War-era fiddle tunes—echoes of early American life

Item Number : P15580

Category : Wall Mirrors

Brand : UK