How do I clean a silver mirror?

Silver frames require gentle cleaning with a specialist silver cloth to remove tarnish without abrading the metal or disturbing any enamel work. Care must be taken to keep cleaning substances away from the mirror glass edges and the wooden or velvet backing materials.

Are these mirrors sturdy enough to use?

Easel backs provide stable support for daily placement on flat surfaces, provided the hinges remain secure and aligned. Larger table mirrors rely on their substantial wooden struts to hold the weight of the heavy silver and glass frame.

What is guilloche enamel?

Guilloche enamel involves applying translucent coloured enamel over a meticulously engine-turned metal background. This technique creates geometric patterns that show through the glossy coloured surface on Edwardian and Art Deco pieces.

How do I date a silver mirror?

Hallmarks stamped into the sterling silver frame record the assay office, standard mark, and date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture. Stylistic indicators such as Art Deco geometric lines or Victorian embossed floral scrolls further confirm the period.