How do I place a triptych mirror?

Position the mirror on a sturdy dressing chest or table with adequate natural light from a window. Adjust the hinged side panels to angle the reflection and illuminate your workspace effectively.

Are these mirrors attached to tables?

Some examples sit independently on rubber or felt feet as tabletop pieces. Others bolt directly into the backboards of antique dressing chests and vanity tables.

How do I date an antique mirror?

Examine the timber species, framing style, and the construction of the joints and hinges. Edwardian and Art Deco pieces display distinct decorative motifs that separate them from nineteenth-century work.

How should I clean the glass?

Apply a mild glass cleaner to a soft cloth rather than spraying directly onto the frame. Keep moisture away from the wooden joints and the silvered backing behind the glass plates.