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Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Swing Dressing Mirror
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Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Swing Dressing Mirror

19th century
Description

Antique Victorian quality mahogany swing dressing mirror having the original mirror in a mahogany frame supported by a pair of shaped scrolls supported on a figured mahogany with a two drawer base with original bun feet.

In very good original condition.

Dimensions:

Height 62 cm (24.41 in)

Width 49 cm (19.29 in)

Depth 25 cm (9.84 in)

Dated 1860

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Mahogany Swing Dressing Mirror to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1172107
Dealers Internal Reference
2857
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Description
Antique Victorian quality mahogany swing dressing mirror having the original mirror in a mahogany frame supported by a pair of shaped scrolls supported on a figured mahogany with a two drawer base with original bun feet.

In very good original condition.

Dimensions:

Height 62 cm (24.41 in)

Width 49 cm (19.29 in)

Depth 25 cm (9.84 in)

Dated 1860

Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Mahogany Swing Dressing Mirror to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1172107
Dealers Internal Ref
2857
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A Victorian mahogany swing dressing mirror featuring an adjustable rectangular glass frame supported by curved uprights mounted on a plinth base with a drawer.

Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Swing Dressing Mirror

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A Victorian mahogany swing dressing mirror featuring an adjustable rectangular glass frame supported by curved uprights mounted on a plinth base with a drawer.
Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Swing Dressing Mirror
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A Victorian mahogany swing dressing mirror featuring an adjustable rectangular glass frame supported by curved uprights mounted on a plinth base with a drawer.
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  • ObjectDressing Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFlame mahogany veneer, Turned side finials, Plinth base, Curved upright supports
  • SizeH 62 cm (24 in) x W 49 cm (19 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

Dating to 1860, this Victorian swing dressing mirror exemplifies English Country House style in warm brown mahogany with flame mahogany veneer. The adjustable rectangular mirror plate sits within a neat wooden frame, held by curved upright supports with turned side finials that allow the glass to tilt. The structured plinth base incorporates a single drawer fitted with a central wooden pull, resting securely upon four small bun feet. The timber displays a polished finish that highlights the rich grain patterns across both the upright scrolls and the lower tier. Measuring 62 cm high, 49 cm wide, and 25 cm deep, this compact furnishing sits comfortably atop a dresser, chest of drawers, or sideboard in a bedroom, dressing room, or hallway to provide a traditional grooming surface.

FAQs

A Victorian swing dressing mirror, historically termed a toilet glass, is a tabletop mirror set within a rectangular or arched frame suspended between two vertical uprights, allowing the glass to tilt to various angles.

These mirrors were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, frequently featuring flame veneers, silvered mirror glass, and brass tension fittings.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-dovetailed drawer joinery on the plinth base, turned wooden side knobs for securing tilt angles, and signs of natural oxidisation or age spots on the original mirror backing.

Position the mirror on top of a contemporary chest of drawers, a hallway console, or a bedroom sideboard to add contrast and warm timber tones to a modern room scheme.

Dust the timber frame regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and nourish the wood with natural beeswax polish, ensuring liquid glass cleaners do not come into direct contact with the timber edge or mirror backing.
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