Name: A Small George III Carved Mahogany Dressing Mirror, Second Half 18th Century
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1081020
Price: 150 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by Jeckyll & Co

Sold 24 January 2025 · Jeckyll & Co

This “Small George III Carved Mahogany Dressing Mirror, Second Half 18th Century” found a buyer.

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Description

Finely made with delicate gilt-brass acorn finials...and less delicate 19th cetury wing-nut screws

Have to admit it was the wing nuts that initially drew me to this mirror, they won't be to everyone's taste....but then again what is?

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Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Georgian Mahogany Dressing Mirror to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

39.5cm (15.55")

Width

30cm (11.81")

Depth

15cm (5.91")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1081020

Description

Finely made with delicate gilt-brass acorn finials...and less delicate 19th cetury wing-nut screws

“

Have to admit it was the wing nuts that initially drew me to this mirror, they won't be to everyone's taste.

Jeckyll & Co

...but then again what is?

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Georgian Mahogany Dressing Mirror to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

39.5cm (15.55")

Width

30cm (11.81")

Depth

15cm (5.91")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1081020

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Jeckyll & Co

Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

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Edinburgh
United Kingdom

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ObjectMirrors
Period18th century
StyleGeorge III
MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsSwivel pivot mechanism, Scroll feet, Brass finials
SizeH 39.5 cm (16 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

George III furniture is characterised by classical proportions, refined craftsmanship, and the predominant use of imported timbers such as mahogany, often featuring understated architectural lines and subtle carved details.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary softwoods, utilizing traditional joinery techniques such as mortise and tenon frames, brass pivot screws, and hand-beveled glass plates.

Authenticity is determined by examining the timbers patina, hand-cut joinery, original brass hardware, old secondary wood panels, and subtle imperfections in the hand-silvered or blown glass plate.

It can be placed atop a modern chest of drawers, a sleek sideboard, or a writing desk to introduce historical texture, warmth, and reflective light into a contemporary room scheme.

Maintain the timber by applying microcrystalline wax periodically, avoid direct sunlight and moisture, and clean the glass gently with a soft cloth using non-ammonia-based cleaners.