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Antique Victorian Mahogany Cheval Mirror
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Cheval Mirror

19th century
Sold 4 September 2024 · Marylebone Antiques
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A fantastic original antique Victorian mahogany cheval mirror. This was made in England, it dates from around 1860-1880.

This is very well made and is a great size, large enough for use as a full length floor mirror when tilted, but not too imposing. The base has a beautiful sweeping shape, the mahogany has a gorgeous patina with lovely grain patterns.

We have recently had this re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age with just some small marks and old signs of wear beneath the polish here and there.

Width – 31 inches , 79 cm

Depth – 23 inches , 58 cm

Height – 55 inches , 140 cm

Height without mirror – 36 inches , 92 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Cheval Mirror to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1045594
Dealers Internal Reference
7589
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Description
A fantastic original antique Victorian mahogany cheval mirror. This was made in England, it dates from around 1860-1880.
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This is very well made and is a great size, large enough for use as a full length floor mirror when tilted, but not too imposing.
Marylebone Antiques

The base has a beautiful sweeping shape, the mahogany has a gorgeous patina with lovely grain patterns.

fig 1. An antique Victorian mahogany cheval mirror with an upright rectangular swivelling glass plate set within a curved wooden frame on scrolled legs.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Cheval Mirror

We have recently had this re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age with just some small marks and old signs of wear beneath the polish here and there.

Width – 31 inches , 79 cm

Depth – 23 inches , 58 cm

Height – 55 inches , 140 cm

Height without mirror – 36 inches , 92 cm

Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Cheval Mirror to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1045594
Dealers Internal Ref
7589
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Archive I An antique Victorian mahogany cheval mirror with an upright rectangular swivelling glass plate set within a curved wooden frame on scrolled legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Victorian Mahogany Cheval Mirror

Archive II An antique Victorian mahogany cheval mirror with an upright rectangular swivelling glass plate set within a curved wooden frame on scrolled legs. View II
Archive III An antique Victorian mahogany cheval mirror with an upright rectangular swivelling glass plate set within a curved wooden frame on scrolled legs. View III
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Archive IX An antique Victorian mahogany cheval mirror with an upright rectangular swivelling glass plate set within a curved wooden frame on scrolled legs. View IX
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An antique Victorian mahogany cheval mirror with an upright rectangular swivelling glass plate set within a curved wooden frame on scrolled legs.
Antique Victorian Mahogany Cheval Mirror
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An antique Victorian mahogany cheval mirror with an upright rectangular swivelling glass plate set within a curved wooden frame on scrolled legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFloor Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSwivelling glass frame, Scrolled supports, Turned pivot pins, Splayed feet
  • SizeH 140 cm (55 in) x W 79 cm (31 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

FAQs

A cheval mirror is a freestanding, full-length mirror suspended on a pivot frame, allowing the glass to tilt. Originating in France and gaining immense popularity during the Victorian era, the term cheval derives from the French word for horse, referencing the four-legged frame design.

Authentic period pieces were predominantly constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, often featuring hand-carved scrollwork, turned uprights, and brass pivot hardware. The glass itself was typically silvered, sometimes exhibiting slight beveling and signs of age such as minor oxidisation.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the timber for period-appropriate patina, hand-cut joinery, and the use of old-growth mahogany. Original mirrors often feature hand-silvered glass with subtle imperfections, cast brass pivot screws, and secondary woods consistent with 19th-century cabinetmaking.

A period floor mirror introduces warmth and historical contrast into contemporary spaces. It functions effectively in a bedroom or dressing area to reflect light, create an illusion of depth, and balance minimalist modern furnishings with organic texture.

Maintain the timber by applying microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the grain, avoiding silicone-based polishes. Clean the mirror glass gently with a soft cloth and a neutral cleaner, ensuring moisture does not seep behind the silvered backing or into the wooden frame joints.
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