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Early Victorian Mahogany Toilet Mirror
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Early Victorian Mahogany Toilet Mirror

19th century
Sold 20 January 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
This “Early Victorian Mahogany Toilet Mirror” found a buyer.

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An immaculate early Victorian figured mahogany toilet mirror with satinwood cross banding and fruitwood stringing c.1840. The base with figured timber surface, the edge banded with satinwood and strung with fruitwood. Three drawers below with matching stringing and original brass knobs, the outer drawers with bowed ends and original ebonised bun feet to the base. Turned angled mirror uprights supporting the swing mirror; banded edge to the mirror with original glass and boarded back. Presented in immaculate condition with a deep shine. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 22" wide x 8.25" deep x 22" high.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Vanity Mirror to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1118771
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number CS205
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Description
An immaculate early Victorian figured mahogany toilet mirror with satinwood cross banding and fruitwood stringing c.1840. The base with figured timber surface, the edge banded with satinwood and strung with fruitwood.
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Three drawers below with matching stringing and original brass knobs, the outer drawers with bowed ends and original ebonised bun feet to the base.
Sturmans Antiques

Turned angled mirror uprights supporting the swing mirror; banded edge to the mirror with original glass and boarded back. Presented in immaculate condition with a deep shine. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 22" wide x 8.25" deep x 22" high.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Vanity Mirror to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1118771
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number CS205
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Trade Associations

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An early Victorian mahogany toilet mirror featuring a rectangular swivelling glass plate supported by turned uprights above a serpentine base fitted with three small drawers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An early Victorian mahogany toilet mirror featuring a rectangular swivelling glass plate supported by turned uprights above a serpentine base fitted with three small drawers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early Victorian Mahogany Toilet Mirror

Archive II An early Victorian mahogany toilet mirror featuring a rectangular swivelling glass plate supported by turned uprights above a serpentine base fitted with three small drawers. View II
Archive III An early Victorian mahogany toilet mirror featuring a rectangular swivelling glass plate supported by turned uprights above a serpentine base fitted with three small drawers. View III
Archive IV An early Victorian mahogany toilet mirror featuring a rectangular swivelling glass plate supported by turned uprights above a serpentine base fitted with three small drawers. View IV
Archive V An early Victorian mahogany toilet mirror featuring a rectangular swivelling glass plate supported by turned uprights above a serpentine base fitted with three small drawers. View V
Archive VI An early Victorian mahogany toilet mirror featuring a rectangular swivelling glass plate supported by turned uprights above a serpentine base fitted with three small drawers. View VI
Archive VII An early Victorian mahogany toilet mirror featuring a rectangular swivelling glass plate supported by turned uprights above a serpentine base fitted with three small drawers. View VII
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Sturmans Antiques Ltd
Main Street
Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
United Kingdom
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 180
Items Sold 10,946
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
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Location: Sturmans Antiques Ltd, Main Street, Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3QW, United Kingdom
Verified
Sep 2012
For Sale
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Sold
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An early Victorian mahogany toilet mirror featuring a rectangular swivelling glass plate supported by turned uprights above a serpentine base fitted with three small drawers.
Early Victorian Mahogany Toilet Mirror
Ref: SA1118771
An early Victorian mahogany toilet mirror featuring a rectangular swivelling glass plate supported by turned uprights above a serpentine base fitted with three small drawers.
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  • ObjectMirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSwivelling mirror plate, Turned upright supports, Serpentine base with drawers, Brass knobs
  • SizeH 56 cm (22 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 21 cm (8 in)

Victorian toilet mirrors, also known as dressing or vanity mirrors, evolved during the 19th century to sit atop chest of drawers or dressing tables, reflecting the eras growing focus on personal grooming and interior refinement.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods like mahogany or walnut veneers, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints in the base drawers and brass hardware for the pivoting mirror frame.

Authenticity is indicated by the presence of hand-blown or early plate glass with minor imperfections, hand-cut joinery, old timber shrinkage cracks, and traditional French polish finishes.

Place the mirror on a modern console table or chest of drawers to create a focal point, contrasting the dark wood tones with contemporary decor for a layered, eclectic aesthetic.

Maintain the piece by dusting with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding silicone-based polishes, and keeping it away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to protect the wood and silvering.
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