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Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Enamel Purse Mirror by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1922
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Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Enamel Purse Mirror by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1922

1900 - 1920
Sold 14 June 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Enamel Purse Mirror by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1922” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This is a stunning silver mounted, dual colour guilloche enamel, purse mirror made by the renowned Henry Matthews and dated Birmingham 1922. Of oval form with a rich blue guilloche enamel sunburst background within a black enamel border. It has a trapezoid handle. The mirror in clean condition.

Hallmarks:

HM for Henry Matthews.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "x" for 1922.

Dimensions:

Length including handle: 8cm / 3 inches.

Width: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.

Condition:

Excellent.

No loss to the enamel.

Back in excellent condition.

Mirror in equally good condition.

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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Physical Dimensions
Height
7.7cm (3.03")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Enamel Purse Mirror to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1194920
Dealers Internal Reference
FEV86
Description
This is a stunning silver mounted, dual colour guilloche enamel, purse mirror made by the renowned Henry Matthews and dated Birmingham 1922. Of oval form with a rich blue guilloche enamel sunburst background within a black enamel border. It has a trapezoid handle. The mirror in clean condition.
fig 1. An oval silver purse mirror featuring bright blue guilloche enamel and a loop attachment on a grey surface.
fig 1. Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Enamel Purse Mirror by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1922

Hallmarks:

HM for Henry Matthews.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "x" for 1922.

Dimensions:

Length including handle: 8cm / 3 inches.

Width: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.

Condition:

Excellent.

No loss to the enamel.

fig 2. An oval silver purse mirror featuring bright blue guilloche enamel and a loop attachment on a grey surface.
fig 2. Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Enamel Purse Mirror by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1922

Back in excellent condition.

Mirror in equally good condition.

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

fig 3. An oval silver purse mirror featuring bright blue guilloche enamel and a loop attachment on a grey surface.
fig 3. Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Enamel Purse Mirror by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1922

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
7.7cm (3.03")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Enamel Purse Mirror to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1194920
Dealers Internal Ref
FEV86
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Archive I An oval silver purse mirror featuring bright blue guilloche enamel and a loop attachment on a grey surface. SOLD14 JUN 26

Exquisite Art Deco Silver & Enamel Purse Mirror by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1922

Archive II An oval silver purse mirror featuring bright blue guilloche enamel and a loop attachment on a grey surface. View II
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An oval silver purse mirror featuring bright blue guilloche enamel and a loop attachment on a grey surface.
EXQUISITE ART DECO SILVER & ENAMEL PURSE MIRROR BY HENRY MATTHEWS, BIRMINGHAM 1922
Ref: SA1194920
An oval silver purse mirror featuring bright blue guilloche enamel and a loop attachment on a grey surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPocket Mirrors
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSterling silver, Vitreous enamel
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsGuilloche engine-turned pattern, Enamelled front panel, Silver loop attachment, Oval shape
  • SizeH 7.7 cm (3 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 0.5 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Art Deco accessories from the 1920s and 1930s are characterised by geometric precision, symmetrical patterns, and vibrant colour palettes achieved through vitreous enamel on metals like sterling silver.

These items typically feature sterling silver frames combined with translucent guilloche enamel, where an engraved metallic background shows through coloured enamel layers.

Authenticity is verified through clear hallmarks indicating the makers mark, assay office (such as Birmingham), silver purity standard, and date letter, alongside microscopic inspection of the hand-applied enamel.

Such pieces serve as refined decorative accents when displayed on mirrored vanity trays, dressing table surfaces, or glass-fronted cabinets to add vintage character and metallic sheen.

Preservation requires storing items away from direct sunlight to prevent enamel fading, avoiding harsh chemical dips on enamelled surfaces, and gently cleaning silver with a soft microfibre cloth.
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