Victorian Mahogany Cheval Mirror 19th Century

Name: Stylish Victorian Mahogany Cheval Mirror
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA586758
Price: 1100 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A cheval mirror is a full-length dressing glass mounted in a frame on upright supports, allowing the mirror to tilt forward or backward. Popularised in the 19th century, Victorian examples were designed for bedrooms and dressing rooms to provide a complete head-to-toe view.

Victorian cheval mirrors were predominantly crafted using solid hardwoods like mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, often featuring flame mahogany veneers. High-grade plate glass with silvering was used for the mirror pane, supported by brass friction knobs or ratchets to hold the tilt mechanism.

Authentic Victorian pieces often showcase hand-carved scroll feet, heavy turned uprights, brass adjustment knobs, and hand-cut dovetails on internal frame joints. Looking at the reverse side, original backboards are typically made of hand-sawn softwood panels displaying natural patination and age marks.

Position the mirror near a natural light source in a dressing space, bedroom, or hallway to amplify light and add visual depth. Pair the rich mahogany tones with neutral plaster walls, contemporary textiles, or minimalist decor to balance traditional craftsmanship with modern simplicity.

Clean the wooden frame using a soft microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish occasionally, moving in the direction of the grain. Avoid chemical glass cleaners on the mirror pane, especially near the edges, to prevent solution from seeping into the wooden rebate and damaging the silvering.

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