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Pair of English Antique Faux Tortoiseshell Wall Mirrors
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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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Pair of English Antique Faux Tortoiseshell Wall Mirrors

19th century
Sold 14 April 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Pair of English Antique Faux Tortoiseshell Wall Mirrors

A beautiful pair of English, early 19th century Country House antique wall mirrors that have fabulous, hand painted faux tortoiseshell frames with decorative gilt edges. They are both in very good condition and have lovely interesting antique mirror plates. They are both identical in size and design, a true pair that date to around 1820-30.

Dimensions

Height: 69cm (27.38")

Width: 54cm (21.43")

Depth: 4cm (1.59")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Faux Tortoiseshell Wall Mirror to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
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SA1136492
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Pair of English Antique Faux Tortoiseshell Wall Mirrors
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A beautiful pair of English, early 19th century Country House antique wall mirrors that have fabulous, hand painted faux tortoiseshell frames with decorative gilt edges.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

They are both in very good condition and have lovely interesting antique mirror plates. They are both identical in size and design, a true pair that date to around 1820-30.

Dimensions

Height: 69cm (27.38")

Width: 54cm (21.43")

Depth: 4cm (1.59")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Faux Tortoiseshell Wall Mirror to the 1800s.

Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1136492
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Pair of English Antique Faux Tortoiseshell Wall Mirrors

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 160
Items Sold 10,768
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A pair of rectangular antique wall mirrors featuring mottled amber and brown faux tortoiseshell wooden frames with aged glass plates.
Pair of English Antique Faux Tortoiseshell Wall Mirrors
Ref: SA1136492
A pair of rectangular antique wall mirrors featuring mottled amber and brown faux tortoiseshell wooden frames with aged glass plates.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • Material[Wood, Glass]
  • ColourAmber
  • MotifsTortoiseshell pattern, Rectangular frame, Moulded edge
  • SizeH 69 cm (27 in) x W 54 cm (21 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Faux tortoiseshell, or tabbing, is a decorative paint or lacquer technique developed to mimic the rich, mottled amber and dark brown patterns of natural sea turtle shell without using animal products.

Antique mirror frames are typically constructed from softwoods or hardwoods like pine or oak, finished with layers of gesso, paint, or varnish, and fitted with hand-silvered glass plates held by traditional backing boards.

Authentic period mirrors often exhibit characteristic signs of age, including foxing or dark spots on the mirror plate, hand-beveled edges, old wood shrinkage in the frame, and historical fixings or backing papers.

An antique mirror with distinctive patterned framing serves as a striking focal point when hung above a mantelpiece or console table, adding warmth, texture, and historical contrast to modern minimalist or transitional spaces.

Preserve antique mirrors by keeping them out of direct sunlight, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners on the fragile silvered glass, and dusting the wooden or finished frames gently with a soft, dry cloth.
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