Victorian Mahogany Cheval Mirror 19th Century

Name: Classic Victorian Cheval Mirror or Dressing Mirror
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1159774
Price: 1600 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A cheval mirror, named after the French word for horse due to its four-legged supporting frame, is a tall freestanding mirror mounted on vertical posts. The design emerged in the late 18th century and became widespread during the Victorian era for full-length dressing.

Victorian cheval mirrors were typically constructed from solid timbers such as mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, frequently incorporating decorative veneers. The frames featured hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, brass swivel fixings, and silvered glass plates.

Authentic period examples display characteristic age marks such as slight foxing on the glass plate, original brass thumbscrews or side pivot pins, and unpainted, hand-planed secondary wood on the back panel. Original brass castors and natural wear around the feet also indicate age.

Positioning a cheval mirror opposite a window in a bedroom, dressing space, or hallway maximises natural light and introduces vertical dimension. The dark wood finish offers a structured contrast against minimalist interiors or complements traditional schemes.

Dust the timber frame regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply beeswax sparingly once or twice a year to preserve the original finish. Avoid spraying chemical liquid glass cleaners near the wooden frame to prevent moisture damage to the silvering.

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Classic Victorian Cheval Mirror or Dressing Mirror

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