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18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Dressing Mirror
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18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Dressing Mirror

18th century
Sold 14 March 2025 · Walton House Antiques
This “18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Dressing Mirror” found a buyer.

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Description

A good late 18th century mahogany serpentine fronted dressing mirror on ogee feet with original handles and plate glass.

Dimensions

Height 23" 59cm

Width 16" 41cm

Depth 8" 20cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Mahogany Serpentine Dressing Mirror to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1129501
Dealers Internal Reference
WH9275
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
A good late 18th century mahogany serpentine fronted dressing mirror on ogee feet with original handles and plate glass.

Dimensions

Height 23" 59cm

Width 16" 41cm

Depth 8" 20cm

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Mahogany Serpentine Dressing Mirror to the 18th Century.

Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1129501
Dealers Internal Ref
WH9275
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Walton House Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A freestanding 18th-century mahogany serpentine dressing mirror with a pivoting glass plate and a multi-drawer box base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A freestanding 18th-century mahogany serpentine dressing mirror with a pivoting glass plate and a multi-drawer box base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Dressing Mirror

Archive II A freestanding 18th-century mahogany serpentine dressing mirror with a pivoting glass plate and a multi-drawer box base. View II
Archive III A freestanding 18th-century mahogany serpentine dressing mirror with a pivoting glass plate and a multi-drawer box base. View III
Archive IV A freestanding 18th-century mahogany serpentine dressing mirror with a pivoting glass plate and a multi-drawer box base. View IV
Archive V A freestanding 18th-century mahogany serpentine dressing mirror with a pivoting glass plate and a multi-drawer box base. View V
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Walton House Antiques

Walton House Antiques
Telephone 01747 860050
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Walton House Antiques
Walton Buildings
The Square
Mere
BA12 6DL
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/waltonhouse
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 235
Items Sold 3,151
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
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Location: Walton House Antiques, Walton Buildings, The Square, Mere, BA12 6DL, United Kingdom
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A freestanding 18th-century mahogany serpentine dressing mirror with a pivoting glass plate and a multi-drawer box base.
18th century mahogany serpentine dressing mirror
Ref: SA1129501
A freestanding 18th-century mahogany serpentine dressing mirror with a pivoting glass plate and a multi-drawer box base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDressing Mirrors
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Pivot brackets, Box base with drawers, Brass hardware
  • SizeH 59 cm (23 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Dressing mirrors, often called toilet mirrors, became increasingly popular in the 18th century as refinements in glassmaking allowed for larger, clearer plates. They were designed to sit atop a chest of drawers or a dedicated dressing table in upper-class bedchambers.

These pieces were typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany, frequently featuring finely figured veneers on pine or oak secondary woods. Construction often involved hand-cut dovetail joints in the small drawers and turned brass fittings.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetails, original mercury glass with subtle foxing or imperfections, and hand-turned wooden or brass adjustment screws. The secondary wood and overall patina should match the expected 18th-century manufacturing techniques.

Placing the mirror on a modern console table or a minimalist chest of drawers creates a striking contrast between old and new. It adds warmth, historical texture, and reflective light to both traditional and transitional interior schemes.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and sources of extreme heat or humidity to protect the wood and veneer. Clean the wooden frame with a dry, soft cloth and use a gentle, ammonia-free glass cleaner applied to a cloth rather than directly onto the antique mirror plate.
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