Scottish Mahogany Fretwork Mirror 19th Century

Name: Scottish Mahogany Fretwork Mirror
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA632955
Price: 750 GBP
Availability: InStock

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An oval mahogany wall mirror featuring openwork fretwork carving along the top crest and bottom apron.

Scottish Mahogany Fretwork Mirror

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ObjectWall Mirrors
Period19th century
StyleChippendale Style
MaterialMahogany, Glass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsFretwork pediment, Acanthus leaf carving, Oval mirror plate, Scrollwork apron
SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

This Scottish Chippendale style wall mirror dates from 1880 and possesses a warm brown mahogany timber construction with a thick cross-banded frame surrounding the original oval mirror plate. Elaborate openwork fretwork decorates both the top crest and the bottom scrollwork apron, incorporating shallow carved detail such as thistle leaves, acorns, and acanthus leaf elements. The wood displays varied grain patterns across the broad circular border and intricate cutouts throughout the pierced cresting and base. Overall dimensions measure 85 cm high, 57 cm wide, and 2 cm deep. Suitable for domestic interior placement today, this wall mirror hangs effectively above a sideboard in a dining room, over a console table in an entrance hallway, or above a fireplace mantel in a living room to reflect light and add architectural interest to interior spaces.

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Chippendale style fretwork mirrors feature openwork carved silhouettes, displaying acanthus leaves, C-scrolls, and central pediment motifs inspired by 18th-century cabinetmaking designs.

These mirrors were crafted using solid wood such as mahogany or walnut for the pierced frame, combined with crossbanded veneers and silvered glass plates.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut scrollwork showing subtle tool marks, original wood backboards secured with aged fasteners, and natural oxidisation on the timber finish.

Position the mirror above a hallway console table or mantelpiece to add architectural contrast, warm timber tones, and visual height to contemporary spaces.

Dust the intricate scrollwork gently using a soft dry brush, and apply natural beeswax polish sparingly to preserve the woods patina.

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Scottish Mahogany Fretwork Mirror

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