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Antique Victorian Mahogany Dressing Table with Mirror Cabinet C.1880
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Dressing Table with Mirror Cabinet C.1880

19th century
Sold 8 February 2026 · Founders Antiques
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A refined late Victorian mahogany dressing table of narrow, elegant proportions, incorporating an enclosed mirror cabinet above two small drawers and a table base with one long frieze drawer, all raised on attractive spiral-turned legs terminating in original brass castors. The mirror cabinet opens to a shelved interior, secured by an original side-mounted lock.

With rich book-matched veneers and rosewood crossbanding, the piece combines a light, upright stance and compact proportions with notable decorative impact. The original drawer handles add further decorative interest; the single frieze drawer fitted with a pair of pressed brass foliate ring pulls, with smaller flower-basket ring handles fitted to the drawers above.

Traditionally intended as a ladies’ dressing table for a bedroom or dressing room, the impressive design and refined scale allow it to sit just as comfortably in a variety of interior settings.

Presented in very good antique condition, with a warm, aged patina throughout and gentle wear consistent with use. The mirror shows attractive, even foxing, the drawers run smoothly, and the piece remains structurally sound, clean and ready to place.

English, circa 1880.

H: 147 W: 55 D: 35 cm

Height of tabletop: 72 cm

Height to underside of table: 60 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
147cm (57.87")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Declaration

Founders Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Dressing Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1186711
Dealers Internal Reference
3568
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Description
A refined late Victorian mahogany dressing table of narrow, elegant proportions, incorporating an enclosed mirror cabinet above two small drawers and a table base with one long frieze drawer, all raised on attractive spiral-turned legs terminating in original brass castors. The mirror cabinet opens to a shelved interior, secured by an original side-mounted lock.
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With rich book-matched veneers and rosewood crossbanding, the piece combines a light, upright stance and compact proportions with notable decorative impact.
Founders Antiques

The original drawer handles add further decorative interest; the single frieze drawer fitted with a pair of pressed brass foliate ring pulls, with smaller flower-basket ring handles fitted to the drawers above.

fig 1. A freestanding Victorian mahogany dressing table featuring an arched mirror cabinet, small drawers, twisted legs, and brass castors.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Dressing Table with Mirror Cabinet C.1880

Traditionally intended as a ladies’ dressing table for a bedroom or dressing room, the impressive design and refined scale allow it to sit just as comfortably in a variety of interior settings.

Presented in very good antique condition, with a warm, aged patina throughout and gentle wear consistent with use. The mirror shows attractive, even foxing, the drawers run smoothly, and the piece remains structurally sound, clean and ready to place.

English, circa 1880.

H: 147 W: 55 D: 35 cm

Height of tabletop: 72 cm

Height to underside of table: 60 cm

Height
147cm (57.87")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Dressing Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1186711
Dealers Internal Ref
3568
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A freestanding Victorian mahogany dressing table featuring an arched mirror cabinet, small drawers, twisted legs, and brass castors.
Antique Victorian Mahogany Dressing Table with Mirror Cabinet c.1880
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  • ObjectDressing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsArched mirror cabinet, Twisted spiral legs, Inlaid wood banding, Brass ring pull handles
  • SizeH 147 cm (58 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 35 cm (14 in)

Victorian dressing tables evolved significantly during the 19th century, reflecting changing domestic habits and advances in mirror manufacturing, becoming central pieces in upper and middle-class bedrooms.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary woods, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers and turned or carved structural supports.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate joinery, hand-beveled mirror glass with natural oxidisation, original brass hardware, and timber patination consistent with nineteenth-century cabinet making.

Pairing the rich wood tones with contemporary minimalist lighting or placing it against a neutral wall creates a balanced focal point that bridges historical character with modern aesthetics.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying high-quality beeswax to nourish the wood.
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