Also Antique Furniture has dated this Queen Anne Toilet Mirror to the 18th Century.
The base is fitted with three short drawers over one long drawer, with small brass knobs and a central engraved brass escutcheon, and is raised on small bun feet.
The combination of richly coloured walnut and contrasting laburnum banding is particularly attractive, and the mirror has a pleasing sculptural quality typical of early 18th century dressing furniture.
DIMENSIONS
Height: 72cm
Width: 40cm
Depth: 20cm
CONDITION
There are marks, scratches and small knocks commensurate with age and use, together with minor splits, losses and historic repairs to the veneers.
The mirror plate, shaped supports and feet appear to be later replacements or alterations, although themselves of some age. The drawers run smoothly and the joints are sound and stable.
Overall, this is an attractive and decorative early 18th century and later toilet mirror, with particularly good colour and contrasting walnut and laburnum figuring.
As with all antique and vintage furniture, this piece has been used and enjoyed over many years and should be expected to show signs of age and use. We aim to describe any significant faults, repairs or alterations as accurately and honestly as possible. The photographs form an important part of the description and should be viewed alongside the written condition report. If you would like further information or additional photographs, we are always happy to help before purchase. If there are any critical dimensions then please check these with us before purchase.
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AUTHENTICITY & CONDITION
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Also Antique Furniture has dated this Queen Anne Toilet Mirror to the 18th Century.
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Queen Anne Walnut & Laburnum Toilet Mirror
