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Sorcerers Mirror
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Sorcerers Mirror

19th century
Description

A late Nineteenth century sorcerers mirror in original ebonised and gilt frame.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery included to mainland UK addresses.

Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Antique Sorcerer Mirror to the 1880s.

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SA1157304
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Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

Keys present only if stated.

Description
A late Nineteenth century sorcerers mirror in original ebonised and gilt frame.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery included to mainland UK addresses.

Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Antique Sorcerer Mirror to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1157304
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

Also on instagram - #ropeworksantiques

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A rectangular black ebonised wall mirror featuring a gold gilt inner moulding and a central ring of circular convex glass cabochons.
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Archive I A rectangular black ebonised wall mirror featuring a gold gilt inner moulding and a central ring of circular convex glass cabochons.

Sorcerers Mirror

Archive II A rectangular black ebonised wall mirror featuring a gold gilt inner moulding and a central ring of circular convex glass cabochons. View II
Archive III A rectangular black ebonised wall mirror featuring a gold gilt inner moulding and a central ring of circular convex glass cabochons. View III
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Ropeworks Antiques

Ropeworks Antiques
Telephone 07725 509949
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The Old Ropeworks
Kennet Place
Marlborough
SN8 1NG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ropeworksantiques
Verified Since Dec 2012
Items For Sale 275
Items Sold 1,695
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
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Location: The Old Ropeworks, Kennet Place , Marlborough, SN8 1NG, United Kingdom
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A rectangular black ebonised wall mirror featuring a gold gilt inner moulding and a central ring of circular convex glass cabochons.
Sorcerers mirror
Ref: SA1157304
A rectangular black ebonised wall mirror featuring a gold gilt inner moulding and a central ring of circular convex glass cabochons.
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  • ObjectWall Mirror
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialGlass, Wood, Gold Leaf
  • ColourBlack, Gold
  • MotifsConvex glass lenses, Ebonised moulding, Gilt sight edge, Cabochon details
  • SizeH 24 cm (9 in) x W 29 cm (11 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

This sorcerer's mirror originates from 1880 in the Regency style, taking the form of a wall mirror designed for a gentleman's library or a narrow wall space. The piece uses glass, wood, and gold leaf, finished in black and gold through ebonised moulding and a gilt sight edge. The glass surface displays convex glass lenses and circular convex glass cabochons arranged in a central ring, complemented by the rectangular wooden frame. General wear is visible on the surface, including faint marks along the black mouldings. The mirror measures 24 cm high, 29 cm wide, and 3 cm deep. Suitable for domestic placement in a hallway, study, or living area, the mirror hangs flush against an interior wall to reflect light and space. The compact proportions allow placement in confined architectural sections where larger wall art or mirrors cannot fit. The contrasting monochrome frame and reflective decorative elements integrate into both period interiors and contemporary settings.

FAQs

A sorcerer mirror, historically known as a miroir de sorciere or witch mirror, is a style of reflective wall panel featuring convex glass cabochons or curved reflective glass designed to disperse light and reflect wide angles.

Traditional pieces feature blown convex glass plates or embedded glass cabochons set into flat mirrors, housed within timber frames finished with ebonised moulding and gold leaf gilding.

Authentic period pieces display slight optical distortions within the convex glass lenses, mercury or silvering wear on the reverse plate, timber backing, and age-related wear on the gilt and ebonised surfaces.

A sorcerer mirror serves as a focal wall accent when hung within a gallery wall arrangement, placed above a sideboard, or positioned in a hallway to refract light and add visual interest.

Dust the frame regularly with a dry soft brush and clean the glass using a lightly dampened microfibre cloth, taking care not to allow liquids to contact the gilding or timber joins.
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