Finely Carved Swiss or Black Forest Lime Wood Table Mirror, Circa 1880

A beautifully hand carved Swiss or Black Forest lime wood table mirror dating from around 1880. Naturalistic in both design and decoration, this charming piece is a fine example of late 19th century craftsmanship.

The original oval bevelled mirror is set within a finely carved lime wood frame, formed from two substantial stems that cross at the base to create the front legs. Delicately entwined around these are smaller stems, exquisitely carved with vine leaves and clusters of grapes, a classic Black Forest motif.

The reverse is finished with a polished oval timber panel, from which a hinged folding strut extends, allowing the mirror to stand securely on a table or dressing surface. The back also retains an interesting original retailer's label for W. Goodman's of Taunton, adding to its provenance and appeal.

The mirror is in very good antique condition. The frame is well preserved, and the original mirror plate has only a couple of minor light surface scratches consistent with age and use.

Origin: Swiss (Black Forest)

Date: Circa 1880

Dimensions:

• Height (standing): 37 cm

• Width: 19 cm

• Depth (standing): 20 cm

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

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