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A Pair of Ebonised Mirrors, C.1900
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A Pair of Ebonised Mirrors, C.1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 21 October 2024 · Jeckyll & Co
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Description

Probably originally part of a shop fitting / haberdasher

Losses ro the paint throughout, giving a characterful appearance. There frame edge is channel-moulded and retains the original cord fitting in places, rather like a sash-and-case window

Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price, please let me know if you would like a quote of have any other questions

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Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Pair of Ebonised Mirrors to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
135cm (53.15")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1094450
Description
Probably originally part of a shop fitting / haberdasher

Losses ro the paint throughout, giving a characterful appearance.

“
There frame edge is channel-moulded and retains the original cord fitting in places, rather like a sash-and-case window.
Jeckyll & Co

Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price, please let me know if you would like a quote of have any other questions

Follow us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Pair of Ebonised Mirrors to the 1900s.

Height
135cm (53.15")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1094450
Jeckyll & Co
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

Instagram: jeckyllandco

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A pair of rectangular mirrors with dark ebonised wooden frames standing vertically on a concrete floor. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of rectangular mirrors with dark ebonised wooden frames standing vertically on a concrete floor. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Pair of Ebonised Mirrors, C.1900

Archive II A pair of rectangular mirrors with dark ebonised wooden frames standing vertically on a concrete floor. View II
Archive III A pair of rectangular mirrors with dark ebonised wooden frames standing vertically on a concrete floor. View III
Archive IV A pair of rectangular mirrors with dark ebonised wooden frames standing vertically on a concrete floor. View IV
Archive V A pair of rectangular mirrors with dark ebonised wooden frames standing vertically on a concrete floor. View V
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Jeckyll & Co
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A pair of rectangular mirrors with dark ebonised wooden frames standing vertically on a concrete floor.
A pair of ebonised mirrors, c.1900
Ref: SA1094450
A pair of rectangular mirrors with dark ebonised wooden frames standing vertically on a concrete floor.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialWood, Glass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsRectangular frames, Ebonised finish, Plain mouldings
  • SizeH 135 cm (53 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Ebonising is a finishing technique used to stain light-coloured timber, typically fruitwood or beech, to imitate ebony. This method became particularly popular during the Victorian and Edwardian eras to achieve a sleek, dark aesthetic.

Mirrors from around 1900 typically feature solid timber frames, often softwood or hardwood treated with ebonised finishes or gesso. The reflective plates were traditionally silvered glass, sometimes displaying characteristic foxing or ageing over time.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-applied finishes showing natural wear, and older glass plates that may display minor imperfections, oxidation, or bevelled edges consistent with early manufacturing methods.

These pieces can be positioned to anchor a room, hung above a mantelpiece, or leaned against a wall to create a sense of depth and contrast. Their dark frames work effectively alongside both minimalist modern decor and layered, maximalist spaces.

Maintenance involves dusting the frame gently with a dry microfibre cloth and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that can damage the historical finish. The glass can be cleaned sparingly using a mild glass cleaner applied to a cloth rather than sprayed directly onto the surface.
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