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Antique Victorian Quality Continental Porcelain Oval Mirror
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Antique Victorian Quality Continental Porcelain Oval Mirror

19th century
Description

Antique Victorian quality continental porcelain oval mirror having a quality continental porcelain mirror with two cherubs to the top and pink ribbon to the bottom in wonderful hand painted blue, pink, yellow, green, orange, white and gold colours.

Date of Manufacture

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Continental Porcelain Oval Mirror to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
24.5cm (9.65")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
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SA1168016
Dealers Internal Reference
65
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Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

Description
Antique Victorian quality continental porcelain oval mirror having a quality continental porcelain mirror with two cherubs to the top and pink ribbon to the bottom in wonderful hand painted blue, pink, yellow, green, orange, white and gold colours.
Date of Manufacture

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Continental Porcelain Oval Mirror to the 1880s.

Height
24.5cm (9.65")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1168016
Dealers Internal Ref
65
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021
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An oval antique porcelain frame mirror decorated with sculpted cherubs holding a floral garland above a painted beaded border.
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Archive I An oval antique porcelain frame mirror decorated with sculpted cherubs holding a floral garland above a painted beaded border.

Antique Victorian Quality Continental Porcelain Oval Mirror

Archive II An oval antique porcelain frame mirror decorated with sculpted cherubs holding a floral garland above a painted beaded border. View II
Archive III An oval antique porcelain frame mirror decorated with sculpted cherubs holding a floral garland above a painted beaded border. View III
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Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
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An oval antique porcelain frame mirror decorated with sculpted cherubs holding a floral garland above a painted beaded border.
Antique Victorian quality continental porcelain oval mirror
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An oval antique porcelain frame mirror decorated with sculpted cherubs holding a floral garland above a painted beaded border.
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  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Rococo Revival
  • MaterialPorcelain, Glass, Enamel, Wood Backing
  • ColourWhite
  • MotifsCherub figures, Floral garland, Ribbon bow, Beaded border
  • SizeH 24.5 cm (10 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

This Victorian Rococo Revival continental porcelain oval mirror dates from 1880. The piece is constructed from porcelain, glass, enamel, and wood backing, finished with a white glaze and hand-painted polychrome decoration in blue, pink, yellow, green, orange, and gold. The ornate design incorporates sculpted cherub figures holding a floral garland, a moulded ribbon bow at the base, globular feet with gilt detailing, and a beaded enamel border framing the central glass. Natural signs of age include slight surface wear and minor spotting visible on the mirror plate. Measuring 24.5 cm high, 17 cm wide, and 4 cm deep, it is ideally suited for display on a narrow wall space in a hallway, bedroom, or living room to add decorative antique character to an interior.

FAQs

A continental porcelain mirror is a decorative glass mirror surrounded by a ceramic frame produced in mainland Europe, predominantly during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. European factories in Germany, France, and Italy frequently created these items, drawing heavily on Rococo aesthetic traditions featuring intricate relief work and sculpted figures.

These pieces were typically crafted from hard-paste or soft-paste porcelain, hand-moulded with intricate decorative elements like cherubs, flowers, and scrolls. They were finished with overglaze enamels, gilding, and fitted with a silvered glass mirror plate mounted onto a wooden backer for stability.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-painted details with slight irregularities, visible signs of age such as micro-crazing, glaze imperfections, and oxidisation on the mirror backing. Factory makers marks under the glaze, such as crossed swords or blue crowns, often assist in identifying origin.

A ornate porcelain mirror serves as an effective focal point when positioned in minimalist or contemporary settings to create contrast. Hanging the mirror in a hallway, powder room, or alongside modern wall art creates a balanced blend of historical charm and contemporary design.

Dust the porcelain frame using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or delicate brush to avoid damaging raised figures. Avoid liquid cleaners or harsh chemicals near the porcelain glazes and gilding, and clean the glass plate using a damp cloth carefully squeezed dry to prevent moisture from entering behind the frame.
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