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Early 20th Century Oval Brass Dressing Mirror
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Early 20th Century Oval Brass Dressing Mirror

1900 - 1920
Description

An elegant early 20th-century oval brass dressing mirror, featuring a beautifully crafted oval frame enriched with a finely cast laurel-and-berry border and raised on its cast iron black four-legged stand.

The finely proportioned brass frame displays a touch of classical detailing, with the decorative laurel moulding adding a subtle styling while preserving the mirror's clean silhouette. Designed as a dressing or vanity mirror, it retains its original swivel mechanism, allowing the mirror to be adjusted to the desired angle for practical everyday use.

The mirror is supported on a black four-legged stand, while the brass column is a later replacement. The combination of the warm aged brass, oval form and sculptural base creates a piece that sits comfortably within both traditional and contemporary interiors.

H: 97 W: 46.5 D: 22 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
46.5cm (18.31")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Oval Brass Dressing Mirror to the 1920s.

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SA1228669
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Description
An elegant early 20th-century oval brass dressing mirror, featuring a beautifully crafted oval frame enriched with a finely cast laurel-and-berry border and raised on its cast iron black four-legged stand.
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The finely proportioned brass frame displays a touch of classical detailing, with the decorative laurel moulding adding a subtle styling while preserving the mirror's clean silhouette.
D and A Binder Ltd

Designed as a dressing or vanity mirror, it retains its original swivel mechanism, allowing the mirror to be adjusted to the desired angle for practical everyday use.

fig 1. An early 20th-century oval brass dressing mirror set on a turned brass stem and a dark four-footed cast iron base.
fig 1. Early 20th Century Oval Brass Dressing Mirror

The mirror is supported on a black four-legged stand, while the brass column is a later replacement. The combination of the warm aged brass, oval form and sculptural base creates a piece that sits comfortably within both traditional and contemporary interiors.

H: 97 W: 46.5 D: 22 cm

Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
46.5cm (18.31")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

D and A Binder Ltd has dated this Oval Brass Dressing Mirror to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228669
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Archive I An early 20th-century oval brass dressing mirror set on a turned brass stem and a dark four-footed cast iron base.

Early 20th Century Oval Brass Dressing Mirror

Archive II An early 20th-century oval brass dressing mirror set on a turned brass stem and a dark four-footed cast iron base. View II
Archive III An early 20th-century oval brass dressing mirror set on a turned brass stem and a dark four-footed cast iron base. View III
Archive IV An early 20th-century oval brass dressing mirror set on a turned brass stem and a dark four-footed cast iron base. View IV
Archive V An early 20th-century oval brass dressing mirror set on a turned brass stem and a dark four-footed cast iron base. View V
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D and A Binder Ltd

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N7 8LT
United Kingdom
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An early 20th-century oval brass dressing mirror set on a turned brass stem and a dark four-footed cast iron base.
Early 20th Century Oval Brass Dressing Mirror
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An early 20th-century oval brass dressing mirror set on a turned brass stem and a dark four-footed cast iron base.
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  • ObjectDressing Mirrors
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEarly 20th Century
  • MaterialBrass, Cast Iron, Glass
  • ColourBrass, Black
  • MotifsOval brass frame, Beaded rim detail, Four-star cast iron base, Adjustable stem
  • SizeH 97 cm (38 in) x W 46.5 cm (18 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

This early 20th century dressing mirror combines an oval brass frame with a dark cast iron base. The piece belongs to the early 20th century style and uses brass, cast iron, and glass materials with brass and black colours. The oval brass frame shows a beaded rim detail around the glass, and the upright stem has a turned brass section leading down to a four-star cast iron base with curved legs. The entire structure stands at 97 cm high, 46.5 cm wide, and 22 cm deep. In a home today, this mirror functions as a practical vanity or shaving accessory when placed atop a sideboard top or chest of drawers in a bedroom or gentleman's library. The adjustable stem and swivel mechanism allow the glass angle to change for everyday tasks. The warm metallic tones of the brass complement both traditional spaces and contemporary interiors while maintaining a functional desk or table top footprint.

FAQs

Dressing mirrors from the early 20th century shifted away from heavy Victorian ornamentation towards refined Edwardian and early industrial profiles. They frequently combine functional brass frames, swivel mechanisms, and heavy weighted bases designed for stability on dressing tables or counters.

These pieces typically feature solid brass framing, silvered sheet glass, and cast iron bases coated in dark enamel or lacquer. The combination of lightweight brass rims and dense iron bases prevents tipping during adjustment.

Authentic period examples exhibit original threaded brass fastenings, natural oxidisation on the metal surfaces, and minor foxing or degradation on the silvered glass backing. Cast iron bases often display period foundry mould markings or structural weight unevenness not found in modern reproductions.

Place the mirror on a wooden console table, marble bathroom vanity, or chest of drawers to create visual height. The warm brass accents contrast effectively against neutral walls, painted joinery, or dark timber surfaces.

Dust the frame regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid abrasive chemical cleaners that strip aged patina. Clean the glass plate using a mild liquid glass cleaner applied directly to a cloth rather than sprayed on the frame to protect the metal edges.
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