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20thc Cheval Mirror
Salisbury Antiques Centre
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20thc Cheval Mirror

1900 - 1920
Description

An early 20th-century cheval mirror, featuring an arched mirror plate set within a shaped wooden frame, raised on a swivelling stand with turned side supports and cabriole-style feet united by a shaped stretcher.

This elegant free-standing mirror is typical of the period, combining practicality with refined decorative detail. The gently arched top and shaped frame create a pleasing vertical emphasis, while the swivelling mechanism allows the mirror to be adjusted for ease of use. The turned uprights and cabriole supports reflect the continued influence of traditional craftsmanship in early 20th-century furniture design, lending the piece a graceful and balanced appearance.

Well-proportioned and visually light, the mirror would make a versatile addition to a bedroom, dressing room, or hallway, providing both function and period character. Its free-standing form allows it to be positioned flexibly within an interior, while the warm tone of the timber frame complements a wide range of decorative schemes, from classic to more eclectic settings.

Physical Dimensions
Height
158cm (62.20")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Vintage Wooden Cheval Mirror to the 1920s.

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SA1191189
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C2669
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Description
An early 20th-century cheval mirror, featuring an arched mirror plate set within a shaped wooden frame, raised on a swivelling stand with turned side supports and cabriole-style feet united by a shaped stretcher.
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This elegant free-standing mirror is typical of the period, combining practicality with refined decorative detail.
Salisbury Antiques Centre

The gently arched top and shaped frame create a pleasing vertical emphasis, while the swivelling mechanism allows the mirror to be adjusted for ease of use. The turned uprights and cabriole supports reflect the continued influence of traditional craftsmanship in early 20th-century furniture design, lending the piece a graceful and balanced appearance.

fig 1. A tall 20th-century wooden cheval mirror with a shaped arched top, supported on side uprights with splayed feet and a curved stretcher.
fig 1. 20thc Cheval Mirror

Well-proportioned and visually light, the mirror would make a versatile addition to a bedroom, dressing room, or hallway, providing both function and period character. Its free-standing form allows it to be positioned flexibly within an interior, while the warm tone of the timber frame complements a wide range of decorative schemes, from classic to more eclectic settings.

Height
158cm (62.20")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Vintage Wooden Cheval Mirror to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191189
Dealers Internal Ref
C2669
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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A tall 20th-century wooden cheval mirror with a shaped arched top, supported on side uprights with splayed feet and a curved stretcher.
20thc Cheval Mirror
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A tall 20th-century wooden cheval mirror with a shaped arched top, supported on side uprights with splayed feet and a curved stretcher.
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A cheval mirror is a full-length floor mirror suspended within a dual-upright frame, named after the French word for horse due to its four-legged support structure. Originating in the late 18th century, these tilting mirrors became a staple feature of dressing rooms throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.

Traditional cheval mirrors feature solid timber frames such as oak, mahogany, walnut, or pine, housing a silvered glass mirror plate. The construction includes swivel pins or brass tension screws on the side uprights to allow the mirror glass to tilt to various angles.

Authentic 20th-century pieces usually exhibit hand-carved details or shaped top profiles, wooden backboards held with small brass or iron sprigs, and period-appropriate metal swivel hardware. Signs of age may include mild desilverine or foxing around the edges of the mirror glass and natural patina on the wood finish.

Place the mirror in a bedroom, dressing area, or spacious hallway to maximise light reflection and create an illusion of depth. The warm timber tones contrast effectively against crisp neutral walls, offering functional elegance alongside traditional architectural character.

Dust the timber frame regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to nourish the wood finish. Clean the mirror glass using a glass cleaner applied to a cloth rather than sprayed directly onto the surface to prevent moisture from seeping behind the frame.
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