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A Very Rare Pair of 20th Century Mahogany Pier Mirrors
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A Very Rare Pair of 20th Century Mahogany Pier Mirrors

1900 - 1920
Description

A very rare pair of 20th Century mahogany pier mirrors of exceptional quality, finely hand carved with gorgeously rich patination and fine grain. The bevelled mirror glass plate of oval form is set within a stunning moulded and fluted mahogany frame surmounted with an elaborate shaped and centred crest composition with scrolling acanthus leaves and ruffle detail. Raised over panelled frieze with beautiful foliate, applied flowerhead paterae and c-scroll motifs above a moulded, shaped shelf with a gorgeous scallop border raised over shaped apron adorned with a further exquisitely carved arrangement of scrolls, flowerhead paterae and gadroon detail.

Mahogany Type: ‘Santos Mahogany’

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
44.5cm (17.52")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Yeats Country Antiques has dated these Carved Mahogany Pier Mirrors to the 1900s.

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SA1119915
Dealers Internal Reference
A3264
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Description
A very rare pair of 20th Century mahogany pier mirrors of exceptional quality, finely hand carved with gorgeously rich patination and fine grain. The bevelled mirror glass plate of oval form is set within a stunning moulded and fluted mahogany frame surmounted with an elaborate shaped and centred crest composition with scrolling acanthus leaves and ruffle detail. Raised over panelled frieze with beautiful foliate, applied flowerhead paterae and c-scroll motifs above a moulded, shaped shelf with a gorgeous scallop border raised over shaped apron adorned with a further exquisitely carved arrangement of scrolls, flowerhead paterae and gadroon detail.

Mahogany Type: ‘Santos Mahogany’

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
44.5cm (17.52")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Yeats Country Antiques has dated these Carved Mahogany Pier Mirrors to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1119915
Dealers Internal Ref
A3264
Yeats Country Antiques
Yeats Country Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2025

Fine period furniture, antique gilt mirrors and beautiful furnishings and collectables

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A matching pair of dark mahogany wall mirrors featuring circular glass plates, carved shell backings, integrated shelves, and scroll bracket supports.
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Archive I A matching pair of dark mahogany wall mirrors featuring circular glass plates, carved shell backings, integrated shelves, and scroll bracket supports.

A Very Rare Pair of 20th Century Mahogany Pier Mirrors

Archive II A matching pair of dark mahogany wall mirrors featuring circular glass plates, carved shell backings, integrated shelves, and scroll bracket supports. View II
Archive III A matching pair of dark mahogany wall mirrors featuring circular glass plates, carved shell backings, integrated shelves, and scroll bracket supports. View III
Archive IV A matching pair of dark mahogany wall mirrors featuring circular glass plates, carved shell backings, integrated shelves, and scroll bracket supports. View IV
Archive V A matching pair of dark mahogany wall mirrors featuring circular glass plates, carved shell backings, integrated shelves, and scroll bracket supports. View V
Archive VI A matching pair of dark mahogany wall mirrors featuring circular glass plates, carved shell backings, integrated shelves, and scroll bracket supports. View VI
Archive VII A matching pair of dark mahogany wall mirrors featuring circular glass plates, carved shell backings, integrated shelves, and scroll bracket supports. View VII
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Yeats Country Antiques

Yeats Country Antiques
Telephone 00353 872644494
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The Vinery
Arundel Road
Poling
West Sussex
BN18 9PY
United Kingdom
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A matching pair of dark mahogany wall mirrors featuring circular glass plates, carved shell backings, integrated shelves, and scroll bracket supports.
A Very Rare Pair of 20th Century Mahogany Pier Mirrors
Ref: SA1119915
A matching pair of dark mahogany wall mirrors featuring circular glass plates, carved shell backings, integrated shelves, and scroll bracket supports.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCircular mirror plate, Carved shell motif, Integrated shelf, Scroll support bracket
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 44.5 cm (18 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

This pair of Edwardian pier mirrors dates from 1900. Made from dark brown mahogany, the pieces display a rich, dark timber grain and a polished wooden finish. Each wall-mounted object comprises a circular mirror plate set within a carved wooden frame, surmounted by a pierced scroll cresting. Below the glass sits an integrated shelf supported by scroll brackets and elaborate carved aprons featuring fan-like gadrooned shell motifs. The construction incorporates detailed mouldings, turned elements, and applied floral roundels on the frieze. Measuring 89 cm high, 44.5 cm wide, and 14 cm deep, the mirrors occupy minimal floor space. Designed for wall placement in domestic interiors, these items suit narrow wall spaces in entrance hallways, living rooms, or dining rooms. The mirrors function as decorative wall furnishings and practical surfaces for small display items on the integral shelves. The pairing allows for symmetrical placement on either side of a doorway, fireplace, or window within an English Country House setting. Maintenance requires standard dusting of the wooden surfaces and glass cleaning.

FAQs

A pier mirror was originally designed to hang on the wall space, or pier, between two windows or above a pier table. Intended to reflect light into dark rooms, these mirrors evolved to include integrated shelves and decorative wood carvings for display in hallways and reception rooms.

Pieces from this period feature solid or veneered mahogany frames, often hand-carved with motifs such as shells, scrolls, and acanthus leaves. Glass plates were traditionally silvered and secured into shaped timber moulding with wooden backings held by hand-cut or early machine-made fixings.

Authentic period examples demonstrate subtle hand-carving variations, original dark patina on the reverse mahogany surface, and natural oxidation or slight foxing on the glass. The woodwork typically displays dark, rich grain patterns consistent with aged mahogany.

Pairing matching pier mirrors symmetrically on either side of a fireplace, doorway, or bed creates architectural balance. The integrated shelves offer a surface for small ceramic vessels, candles, or single stem vases in entryways and dining rooms.

Dust the mahogany frame regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and apply beeswax sparingly once or twice a year to maintain the timber finish. Clean the glass with a lint-free cloth dampened slightly with water or a neutral cleaner, ensuring liquid does not seep behind the frame.
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