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18th Century Walnut Toilet Mirror
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18th Century Walnut Toilet Mirror

18th century
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A beautiful Georgian walnut toilet mirror with a box base housing two tiers of shaped drawers of various sizes, standing on ball feet. The bevelled mirror plate sits in a moulded frame with a gilded border, and is mounted on plain uprights with acorn finials.

A fine quality mirror in lovely condition, with the sweetest little drawers in the base - the smallest one almost fit in your hand! The mirror dates to the mid 18th century, late George II or early George III.

Condition: Very good condition with some surface wear in accordance with age. The most obvious area of wear is on the gilded border, which has lost quite a lot of the gilding, though attractively so. The mirror plate has been replaced at some time and has a few small blemishes. The handles and escutcheon are original. All the drawers open and close smoothly. The large drawer has its original lock but no key. The mirror can be tilted to the required angle and stays in place.

Mainland UK delivery (excluding the Scottish highlands) is included in the price - if you would like a quote for delivery elsewhere, or if you would like to collect the item yourself, please get in touch. Delivery of furniture usually takes between 7 and 21 days from order, though can sometimes take longer. If you need an item by a certain date please speak to us prior to ordering and we’ll try to help.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
41.5cm (16.34")
Depth
18.5cm (7.28")
Declaration

Antique and Unique has dated this Antique Walnut Toilet Mirror to the 18th Century.

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SA983679
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Please note that delivery of all items is included for UK mainland deliveries only. If you are in the EU or the USA smaller/postable items will show a price including delivery. DELIVERY FOR ANY LARGER ITEMS, OR ITEMS OF FURNITURE, IS NOT INCLUDED OUTSIDE OF THE MAINLAND UK. Please get in touch for a quote for delivery, or if you have any queries.

This is an antique item and as such may have signs of wear in accordance with its age. Anything that we think is of note will have been mentioned above, but please study the photos carefully to satisfy yourself as to its condition as it is not possible to list every little mark or flaw. We are happy to provide high resolution photographs or videos if required, and answer any questions you may have - just get in touch! We accept returns for all items providing the item is returned in the same condition as when it was sent. The cost of any return postage or delivery is the responsibility of the buyer, unless the item has arrived damaged or has not been described accurately.

Description
A beautiful Georgian walnut toilet mirror with a box base housing two tiers of shaped drawers of various sizes, standing on ball feet.
The bevelled mirror plate sits in a moulded frame with a gilded border, and is mounted on plain uprights with acorn finials.
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fig 1. An 18th-century walnut toilet mirror featuring an adjustable rectangular glass frame, turned side posts with finials, and a serpentine-front drawer base.
fig 1. 18th Century Walnut Toilet Mirror

A fine quality mirror in lovely condition, with the sweetest little drawers in the base - the smallest one almost fit in your hand! The mirror dates to the mid 18th century, late George II or early George III.

fig 2. An 18th-century walnut toilet mirror featuring an adjustable rectangular glass frame, turned side posts with finials, and a serpentine-front drawer base.
fig 2. 18th Century Walnut Toilet Mirror

Condition: Very good condition with some surface wear in accordance with age. The most obvious area of wear is on the gilded border, which has lost quite a lot of the gilding, though attractively so. The mirror plate has been replaced at some time and has a few small blemishes. The handles and escutcheon are original. All the drawers open and close smoothly. The large drawer has its original lock but no key. The mirror can be tilted to the required angle and stays in place.

fig 3. An 18th-century walnut toilet mirror featuring an adjustable rectangular glass frame, turned side posts with finials, and a serpentine-front drawer base.
fig 3. 18th Century Walnut Toilet Mirror

Mainland UK delivery (excluding the Scottish highlands) is included in the price - if you would like a quote for delivery elsewhere, or if you would like to collect the item yourself, please get in touch. Delivery of furniture usually takes between 7 and 21 days from order, though can sometimes take longer. If you need an item by a certain date please speak to us prior to ordering and we’ll try to help.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
41.5cm (16.34")
Depth
18.5cm (7.28")
Date of Manufacture

Antique and Unique has dated this Antique Walnut Toilet Mirror to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA983679
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An 18th-century walnut toilet mirror featuring an adjustable rectangular glass frame, turned side posts with finials, and a serpentine-front drawer base.
18th Century Walnut Toilet Mirror
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Introduced in the late 17th century and reaching peak popularity during the Georgian era, toilet mirrors were designed to sit atop a dressing table or chest of drawers. The term derives from the French toilette, referring to the process of dressing and grooming, with the small base drawers used to store cosmetics, jewellery, and writing materials.

18th-century examples were predominantly framed in figure-rich timbers such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, often featuring crossbanded or feather-banded veneers over a pine or oak core. The mirrors utilised hand-blown plate glass, often with mercurial backing, paired with small brass drop handles and turned wooden finials.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints on the small interior drawers, hand-sawn secondary timber on the back and underside, and subtle irregularities in the glass silvering. Look for natural oxidation on the brassware and signs of shrinkage or light crazing in the walnut veneer consistent with age.

Designers frequently position these mirrors on a bedroom chest of drawers, a hallway console, or a bathroom vanity top to introduce historical character. The warm wood tones and architectural silhouette create visual contrast when juxtaposed against clean contemporary walls and modern lighting.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources, radiators, and high humidity to prevent the veneer from lifting or cracking.
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