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An Carved Oak Dressing Mirror. Circa 1900
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An Carved Oak Dressing Mirror. Circa 1900

1900 - 1920
Description

An impressive, excellent quality, beautifully carved, large oak dressing mirror. This circa 1890 mirror has a rectangular mirror, with light foxing, which is set in carved frame and supported by two hand carved figures. The carved base has a hinged lift up lid to conceal a jewellery / trinket department.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Declaration

Pear Tree Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Dressing Mirror to the Edwardian era.

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SA1234858
Dealers Internal Reference
HFCA1292
Description
An impressive, excellent quality, beautifully carved, large oak dressing mirror.
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This circa 1890 mirror has a rectangular mirror, with light foxing, which is set in carved frame and supported by two hand carved figures.
Pear Tree Antiques

The carved base has a hinged lift up lid to conceal a jewellery / trinket department.

fig 1. A carved oak dressing mirror featuring a rectangular frame flanked by two carved human figures resting on an ornate plinth base.
fig 1. An Carved Oak Dressing Mirror. Circa 1900

Postage / delivery to within the UK included in the price. Worldwide shipping arranged.

Wherever possible, we personally deliver items to ensure they arrive in excellent condition and that you are completely satisfied with your purchase.

fig 2. A carved oak dressing mirror featuring a rectangular frame flanked by two carved human figures resting on an ornate plinth base.
fig 2. An Carved Oak Dressing Mirror. Circa 1900

We offer a 14-day returns policy for your peace of mind. If you are not fully satisfied, you may return the item for a full refund. Please note that return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Pear Tree Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Dressing Mirror to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1234858
Dealers Internal Ref
HFCA1292
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Archive I A carved oak dressing mirror featuring a rectangular frame flanked by two carved human figures resting on an ornate plinth base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

An Carved Oak Dressing Mirror. Circa 1900

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Telephone 07974 570540
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Malmesbury
Wiltshire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Apr 2021
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Items Sold 175
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A carved oak dressing mirror featuring a rectangular frame flanked by two carved human figures resting on an ornate plinth base.
An Carved Oak Dressing Mirror. Circa 1900
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A carved oak dressing mirror featuring a rectangular frame flanked by two carved human figures resting on an ornate plinth base.
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  • ObjectDressing Mirrors
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved figural supports, Egg-and-dart moulding, Foliate scrollwork, Bead moulding
  • SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 76 cm (30 in) x D 29 cm (11 in)

An Edwardian carved oak dressing mirror, dating from circa 1890, stands 84 cm high, 76 cm wide, and 29 cm deep. The piece comprises a rectangular looking glass within a frame decorated with alternating carved scrollwork and applied turned bosses, supported on either side by standing full-figure male and female carvings in period costume. Below, a curved shelf sits upon an ornately carved plinth with deep relief foliate scrolls, gadrooning along the bottom edge, and a hinged lid revealing a concealed compartment. The timber exhibits a warm medium-brown grain with natural variations in tone, while the glass plate shows light foxing. The structure rests on stepped, moulded block feet. Positioned on a chest of drawers or a vanity table in a bedroom or dressing room, this mirror serves as a functional looking glass and an enclosed storage space for jewellery and trinkets. Its substantial proportions and detailed figurative carving suit traditional interior settings, adding historic character and display surface to a domestic space.

FAQs

A carved oak dressing mirror, historically known as a toilet glass or vanity mirror, is a tabletop mirror designed to sit upon a chest of drawers or dressing table. Produced extensively during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these pieces incorporate ornate hand-carved woodwork, often taking inspiration from Renaissance or Gothic design elements.

Dressing mirrors from this period were crafted from solid oak, chosen for its structural stability and prominent grain pattern. Construction relied on traditional joinery methods such as mortise and tenon joints, complemented by hand-carved mouldings, relief figure carving, and bevelled or silvered mirror plates set within weighted bases.

Authentic examples feature subtle irregularities characteristic of hand-carved timber decoration rather than modern machine stamping. Look for historical wear along the base and pivot supports, period-appropriate joinery visible on the underside, and natural patination within the carved crevices of the oak.

An intricate carved oak dressing mirror functions as a focal statement when placed on a minimalist console table or sideboard in a hallway or bedroom. Positioning the carved wood against neutral paintwork or contemporary backdrop surfaces creates a striking visual contrast between historic craft detail and modern interior design.

Dust the timber frame regularly with a soft, dry cloth, using a soft-bristled brush to gently clean detailed carved areas. Apply a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice annually to nourish the oak and protect its surface, ensuring glass cleaners are sprayed onto a cloth rather than directly onto the mirror to protect the wooden frame from moisture.
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