Victorian Fireplace Mantel with Mirror and Carved Columns

Description :
This large Victorian fireplace mantel combines intricate columnar craftsmanship with an integrated mirror and decorative shelf. Made of dark-stained wood, it features fluted and carved round columns, ornate acanthus scrollwork at the base, and a central upper panel with subtle floral relief. The original silvered mirror adds a reflective element often seen in high-end mantels of the late 19th century. While the piece shows heavy wear and base damage on one column, it retains strong architectural appeal and is ideal for restoration or reuse in period homes and adaptive reuse projects.

Era:
Late 19th Century (circa 1880s–1890s)

Style:
Victorian

Technique:
Hand-carved wood with lathe-turned columns and hand-applied molding details

Tools Used:
Wood lathe, carving chisels, hand plane, veneer scraper, and burnisher

History:
Mantels like this were a staple of upper-middle-class Victorian homes, often found in parlors or formal sitting rooms

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Unknown

Measurements:
56" W x 77 1/8" H x 10 ½" D Firebox Opening: 41 ½" W x 38 ¾" H

Suggested Weight:
200–250 lbs

Item Number : P13970

Category : Mantles

Brand : UK

Attributes

Material : Wood

Measurements

Width : 56"
Depth : 10 ½"
Height : 77 1/8"