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19th Century Mahogany Cheval Swing Mirror
James R Millington Antiques
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James R Millington Antiques

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19th Century Mahogany Cheval Swing Mirror

19th century
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19th century mahogany Cheval swing mirror , dating from the 1840s. The mirror has a slim wood frame , with the original glass mirror. The mirror is supported on carved and taper side pillars . A plat form base with scroll shaped legs with some carved detail.

Physical Dimensions
Height
162cm (63.78")
Width
86cm (33.86")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

James R Millington Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Cheval Mirror to the 1850s.

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SA1214127
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Description
19th century mahogany Cheval swing mirror , dating from the 1840s. The mirror has a slim wood frame , with the original glass mirror. The mirror is supported on carved and taper side pillars . A plat form base with scroll shaped legs with some carved detail.
Height
162cm (63.78")
Width
86cm (33.86")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

James R Millington Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Cheval Mirror to the 1850s.

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SA1214127
James R Millington Antiques
James R Millington Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Dealing in antique, victorian, pre-1940's furniture. Ideal for trade and export.

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A 19th-century full-length mahogany cheval mirror featuring turned side adjustment handles, curved scroll legs, and a rectangular tilting glass frame.
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19th century mahogany Cheval swing mirror

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A 19th-century full-length mahogany cheval mirror featuring turned side adjustment handles, curved scroll legs, and a rectangular tilting glass frame.
19th century mahogany Cheval swing mirror
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A 19th-century full-length mahogany cheval mirror featuring turned side adjustment handles, curved scroll legs, and a rectangular tilting glass frame.
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A cheval mirror, also known as a psyche mirror, originated in the late eighteenth century as a freestanding, full-length mirror held within a wooden frame. Designed primarily for dressing rooms, its dual-pivot mechanism allows the mirror plate to tilt forward and backward, enabling a complete view of attire.

Nineteenth-century cheval mirrors were predominantly crafted from hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, featuring hand-turned adjusting knobs and carved splayed legs. The joinery relies on traditional mortise and tenon construction, while the central glass mirror plate is secured within a heavy timber frame.

Authentic period examples display signs of hand-planed timber work on the rear backing boards, age-appropriate oxidisation or foxing on the silvered mirror glass, and original brass swivel hardware. The mahogany often exhibits a rich patina from wax polishing over extended periods.

Positioning a full-length mahogany mirror in a bedroom, dressing space, or hallway provides visual height and reflects light into darker areas. Pairing the warm timber frame with light neutral walls and contemporary textiles creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern decor.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft cotton cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to protect the wood finish. Avoid spraying chemical glass cleaners directly onto the mirror, as moisture seepage around the frame edges can damage the reflective backing.
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