What is a box mirror?

A box mirror is a dressing table accessory consisting of a swiveling glass plate mounted on a small wooden chest containing drawers. These compartments held personal items and cosmetics in historical bedchambers while keeping the dressing table tidy.

How old are these mirrors?

The listings span from the eighteenth century through the Victorian era and into the early twentieth century. Georgian and Victorian examples form the majority of the available tabletop designs on this page.

Which woods were used?

Cabinetmakers primarily constructed these pieces using mahogany and walnut, occasionally incorporating oak or laburnum. Selected surfaces often display fine veneers and decorative crossbanding to enhance the appearance.

They suit placement on dressing tables, chests of drawers, or sideboards in bedrooms and hallways. The integrated drawers provide convenient storage for small everyday objects.