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Late Victorian Silver Easel Mirror Birmingham 1899 Henry Matthews
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Late Victorian Silver Easel Mirror Birmingham 1899 Henry Matthews

19th century
For Sale by Aramis Antiques
Description

A spectacular late Victorian silver mounted easel mirror with hallmarks for Birmingham 1899 and renowned maker Henry Matthews. The silver mirror frame is made in the most ornate sumptuous design with an arch top and vacant shield (for initials or crest) spreading out to a scrolling pierced silver surround of a floral and leafy naturalistic design. The mirror is bevelled and is miraculously shaped and bevelled to follow the undulating edge of the silver frame. The back and easel stand are covered in burgundy red velvet. The condition is superb with no damage or signs of wear. It has been well cared for and make a stunning addition to a dressing table or chest.

Date of Manufacture

Aramis Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Easel Mirror to the 1890s.

Independent Date Check ID 07059137
Dealer's Item Date1890s
Sellingantiques Date1890s
Sellingantiques agingItem is 127 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1890s:
Birmingham date letter z on the lower rim: fixes the year as 1899.
Maker's mark HM: the noted Birmingham silversmith Henry Matthews.
Thick bevelled glass plate: shaped to follow the pierced silver frame.
Crimson velvet-covered backing and easel strut: original dressing table construction.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
32.5cm (12.80")
Width
23.5cm (9.25")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
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SA865591
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Description
A spectacular late Victorian silver mounted easel mirror with hallmarks for Birmingham 1899 and renowned maker Henry Matthews. The silver mirror frame is made in the most ornate sumptuous design with an arch top and vacant shield (for initials or crest) spreading out to a scrolling pierced silver surround of a floral and leafy naturalistic design.
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The mirror is bevelled and is miraculously shaped and bevelled to follow the undulating edge of the silver frame.
Aramis Antiques

The back and easel stand are covered in burgundy red velvet. The condition is superb with no damage or signs of wear. It has been well cared for and make a stunning addition to a dressing table or chest.

Date of Manufacture

Aramis Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Easel Mirror to the 1890s.

Independent Date Report ID 07059137
Dealer's Item Date1890s
Sellingantiques dating1890s
Sellingantiques agingItem is 127 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1890s:
Birmingham date letter z on the lower rim: fixes the year as 1899.
Maker's mark HM: the noted Birmingham silversmith Henry Matthews.
Thick bevelled glass plate: shaped to follow the pierced silver frame.
Crimson velvet-covered backing and easel strut: original dressing table construction.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
32.5cm (12.80")
Width
23.5cm (9.25")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA865591
Aramis Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020
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A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing.
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Archive I A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing.

Late Victorian Silver Easel Mirror Birmingham 1899 Henry Matthews

Archive II A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing. View II
Archive III A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing. View III
Archive IV A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing. View IV
Archive V A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing. View V
Archive VI A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing. View VI
Archive VII A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing. View VII
Archive VIII A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing. View VIII
Archive IX A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing. View IX
Archive X A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing. View X
Archive XI A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing. View XI
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A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing.
Late Victorian silver easel mirror Birmingham 1899 HENRY MATTHEWS
Ref: SA865591
A late Victorian sterling silver easel mirror with embossed floral scrollwork, bevelled glass, and burgundy velvet backing.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTable Mirrors
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Glass, Velvet, Wood
  • ColourSilver, Burgundy
  • MotifsRepousse scrollwork, bevelled glass, velvet backing, easel stand
  • SizeH 32.5 cm (13 in) x W 23.5 cm (9 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

This late Victorian table mirror, hallmarked in Birmingham in 1899 by maker Henry Matthews, combines sterling silver, glass, velvet and wood. The silver mount displays ornate repousse scrollwork, floral motifs, an arched top, a vacant shield, and a pierced border surrounding shaped bevelled glass, while the back and folding easel stand are covered in burgundy red velvet with a wooden structure underneath. Measuring 32.5 cm high, 23.5 cm wide, and 4 cm deep, it sits securely on a flat surface. Today, this decorative piece serves well upon a dressing table, sideboard top, or chest of drawers to reflect light and add period character to a bedroom, hallway, or living room.

FAQs

A Victorian silver easel mirror is a decorative tabletop mirror introduced during the late nineteenth century, featuring an ornate sterling silver frame mounted onto a fabric-backed board with a hinged rear leg for upright display.

These mirrors were constructed using thin die-stamped sterling silver sheets forming scrolling Rococo or floral designs, which were then fitted over wooden or card backing boards lined with velvet or plush fabric, holding a bevelled glass plate in place.

Authentic pieces feature official British hallmarks stamped onto the front or side silver border, including the anchor mark for Birmingham, the lion passant for sterling silver, the date letter z for 1899, and a registered makers mark such as HM for Henry Matthews.

Place the mirror on a bedroom dressing table, a hallway console, or a marble fireplace mantelpiece where the polished silver detailing can catch ambient light and contrast against modern painted backgrounds or dark wood furniture.

Gently wipe the silver frame using a soft dry microfiber cloth and a small amount of non-abrasive silver polish, taking care to avoid getting polish onto the velvet backing or glass, while avoiding harsh liquid cleaners.
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