What characterises Anglo-Indian colonial furniture from the Victorian era?

Anglo-Indian furniture from the nineteenth century combines traditional British furniture forms, such as Victorian toilet mirrors and sideboards, with Indian craftsmanship and native hardwoods like teak and rosewood. These pieces often feature hand-carved detailing, turned turnings, and robust joinery designed to withstand tropical climates.

What materials were traditionally used to make Victorian tabletop mirrors?

Victorian tabletop mirrors were primarily constructed using dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or colonial teak, fitted with brass swivel mechanisms and screws. The mirror plates featured silvered or mercury glass, which naturally develops subtle spotting and oxidisation over time.

How can you identify an authentic nineteenth-century dressing table mirror?

Authentic nineteenth-century dressing table mirrors typically exhibit original mercury glass with natural silvering loss or foxing, hand-cut joinery, and period-correct brass friction knobs on the swivel uprights. The timber on the underside and back panels should show historic wear and unpolished oxidation consistent with age.

How do you style an antique toilet mirror in a modern home?

A Victorian or colonial toilet mirror can be positioned atop a modern sideboard, chest of drawers, or vanity desk to create visual height. Pairing the rich, dark timber with neutral walls, minimalist ceramics, or contemporary lighting creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern interior design.

How should you clean and maintain an antique teak mirror?

Maintain the timber frame by dusting with a soft lint-free cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly along the grain. Avoid chemical glass cleaners on antique mirror plates, as moisture can seep behind the frame and accelerate silvering decay; instead, wipe the glass gently with a dry or slightly dampened microfiber cloth.

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Antique Anglo-indian Colonial Victorian Teak Dressing Table Mirror (Circa 1870)

Name: Antique Anglo-indian Colonial Victorian Teak Dressing Table Mirror (Circa 1870)
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA786699
Price: 295 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Yolanda Gray Antiques

Description

Here is a good quality antique Anglo-Indian colonial Victorian solid teak dressing table mirror, circa 1870, with original mirror, in good original condition.

Summary:

• Circa: 1870

• Period: Victorian

• Provenance: India

• Wood: Solid teak

• Colonial influences

• Original rectangular shaped mirror (foxing visible)

• Mirror can be replaced for £45 if preferred

• Moulded mirror frame

• Original iron loops to top of frame

• Scroll shaped mirror supports with fine finials

• Shaped base

• Turned pad feet

• Dark rich colour

• Good condition

• Solid in joint

• Dismantles for safe transportation

• Free UK delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland*

• Free 14-day UK returns

Description:

Here is a good quality antique Anglo-Indian colonial Victorian solid teak dressing table mirror, circa 1870, with original mirror, in good original condition. The mirror, which is original, shows signs of foxing (please see photos), but this does not detract from the overall look of the item. We have offered this item with its original mirror, as some people prefer it to be original. However, if you prefer to have a new mirror fitted, it can be replaced for £45 (this is for a non-bevelled mirror). If you would like it to be replaced, please let us know. If you would like it to be replaced, please let us know. The angle of the mirror can be adjusted simply by tilting the mirror itself. Two original iron loops are fitted to the top rail of the mirror frame, presumably to allow the mirror to be hung on the wall, if desired. The mirror frame is raised on scroll shaped supports, finished with finely turned finials where the supports attach to the frame and terminating at the bottom on a shaped base, which in turn rests on turned pad feet.

Condition Report:

This Victorian dressing table mirror is in excellent overall original condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The mirror, which is original, shows signs of foxing (please see photos), but this does not detract from the overall look of the item. We have offered this item with its original mirror, as some people prefer it to be original. However, if you prefer to have a new mirror fitted, it can be replaced for £45 (this is for a non-bevelled mirror). If you would like it to be replaced, please let us know. The frame and base have been cleaned and French polished, by hand, to a professional standard, therefore the colour and patination is of an excellent standard. The screw hinges are in good working order. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.

Dimensions:

External Height = 70cm or 27½” or 2ft 3½”

External Width = 71cm or 28” or 2ft 4”

External Depth = 29cm or 11?”

Mirror Height (Including Frame) = 59.2cm or 23?” or 1ft 11?”

Mirror Width (Including Frame) = 49cm or 19¼” or 1ft 7¼”

Mirror Height (Excluding Frame) = 49.5cm or 19½” or 1ft 7½”

Mirror Width (Excluding Frame) = 40.2cm or 15?” or 1ft 3?”

Mirror Frame Width = 4.9cm or 1?”

Price:

The Price of this item has been reduced from £395 down to £295, which is a £100 reduction. This price also includes free delivery to mainland England Wales & southern Scotland and 14-day free returns.

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland. If you live in one of the areas, please contact us for a delivery quote.

Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:

A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you.

International Buyers:

Please contact us before purchasing the item, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.

Ref. 51618

Physical Dimensions

Height

70cm (27.56")

Width

71cm (27.95")

Depth

29cm (11.42")

Declaration

Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this Anglo Indian Toilet Mirror to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA786699

Dealers Internal Reference

51618

Dealers Notes

Please contact us on 01829 458 070 or 07960 738 212 to arrange a viewing. Alternatively, please email: info@yolagray.com

Description

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Here is a good quality antique Anglo-Indian colonial Victorian solid teak dressing table mirror, circa 1870, with original mirror, in good original condition.

Yolanda Gray Antiques

Summary:

• Circa: 1870

• Period: Victorian

• Provenance: India

fig 1. An antique Anglo-Indian teak dressing table mirror with a rectangular swivel frame, foxed mirror plate, and turned wooden supports set on a plinth base. — fig 1. Antique Anglo-indian Colonial Victorian Teak Dressing Table Mirror (Circa 1870)

• Wood: Solid teak

• Colonial influences

• Original rectangular shaped mirror (foxing visible)

• Mirror can be replaced for £45 if preferred

• Moulded mirror frame

• Original iron loops to top of frame

• Scroll shaped mirror supports with fine finials

fig 2. An antique Anglo-Indian teak dressing table mirror with a rectangular swivel frame, foxed mirror plate, and turned wooden supports set on a plinth base. — fig 2. Antique Anglo-indian Colonial Victorian Teak Dressing Table Mirror (Circa 1870)

• Shaped base

• Turned pad feet

• Dark rich colour

• Good condition

• Solid in joint

• Dismantles for safe transportation

• Free UK delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland*

• Free 14-day UK returns

fig 3. An antique Anglo-Indian teak dressing table mirror with a rectangular swivel frame, foxed mirror plate, and turned wooden supports set on a plinth base. — fig 3. Antique Anglo-indian Colonial Victorian Teak Dressing Table Mirror (Circa 1870)

Description:

Here is a good quality antique Anglo-Indian colonial Victorian solid teak dressing table mirror, circa 1870, with original mirror, in good original condition. The mirror, which is original, shows signs of foxing (please see photos), but this does not detract from the overall look of the item. We have offered this item with its original mirror, as some people prefer it to be original. However, if you prefer to have a new mirror fitted, it can be replaced for £45 (this is for a non-bevelled mirror). If you would like it to be replaced, please let us know. If you would like it to be replaced, please let us know. The angle of the mirror can be adjusted simply by tilting the mirror itself. Two original iron loops are fitted to the top rail of the mirror frame, presumably to allow the mirror to be hung on the wall, if desired. The mirror frame is raised on scroll shaped supports, finished with finely turned finials where the supports attach to the frame and terminating at the bottom on a shaped base, which in turn rests on turned pad feet.

fig 4. An antique Anglo-Indian teak dressing table mirror with a rectangular swivel frame, foxed mirror plate, and turned wooden supports set on a plinth base. — fig 4. Antique Anglo-indian Colonial Victorian Teak Dressing Table Mirror (Circa 1870)

Condition Report:

This Victorian dressing table mirror is in excellent overall original condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The mirror, which is original, shows signs of foxing (please see photos), but this does not detract from the overall look of the item. We have offered this item with its original mirror, as some people prefer it to be original. However, if you prefer to have a new mirror fitted, it can be replaced for £45 (this is for a non-bevelled mirror). If you would like it to be replaced, please let us know. The frame and base have been cleaned and French polished, by hand, to a professional standard, therefore the colour and patination is of an excellent standard. The screw hinges are in good working order. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.

fig 5. An antique Anglo-Indian teak dressing table mirror with a rectangular swivel frame, foxed mirror plate, and turned wooden supports set on a plinth base. — fig 5. Antique Anglo-indian Colonial Victorian Teak Dressing Table Mirror (Circa 1870)

Dimensions:

External Height = 70cm or 27½” or 2ft 3½”

External Width = 71cm or 28” or 2ft 4”

External Depth = 29cm or 11?”

Mirror Height (Including Frame) = 59.2cm or 23?” or 1ft 11?”

Mirror Width (Including Frame) = 49cm or 19¼” or 1ft 7¼”

fig 6. An antique Anglo-Indian teak dressing table mirror with a rectangular swivel frame, foxed mirror plate, and turned wooden supports set on a plinth base. — fig 6. Antique Anglo-indian Colonial Victorian Teak Dressing Table Mirror (Circa 1870)

Mirror Height (Excluding Frame) = 49.5cm or 19½” or 1ft 7½”

Mirror Width (Excluding Frame) = 40.2cm or 15?” or 1ft 3?”

Mirror Frame Width = 4.9cm or 1?”

Price:

The Price of this item has been reduced from £395 down to £295, which is a £100 reduction. This price also includes free delivery to mainland England Wales & southern Scotland and 14-day free returns.

fig 7. An antique Anglo-Indian teak dressing table mirror with a rectangular swivel frame, foxed mirror plate, and turned wooden supports set on a plinth base. — fig 7. Antique Anglo-indian Colonial Victorian Teak Dressing Table Mirror (Circa 1870)

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland. If you live in one of the areas, please contact us for a delivery quote.