This early Victorian English dressing table mirror dates to circa 1830 to 1850 and is crafted in a beautiful bird’s eye maple with warm golden tone and striking natural figure. The mirror sits on a refined plinth base with a single dovetailed drawer and features classic late Regency to early Victorian design elements including scrolled bracket supports, pierced cresting, and the original cast brass side screws that allow the glass to adjust in angle.
Toilet mirrors of this period were considered an elegant personal luxury and were used for daily grooming and hairdressing. The silhouette of this example reflects the transitional style between the Regency and Victorian eras with its restrained ornamentation, architectural scrollwork, and clean lines. The highly figured maple veneer adds a soft glow and warmth to any interior, making this a functional and visually timeless piece for a vanity, chest of drawers, console, or dressing room.
The drawer is hand dovetailed and the brass ring pulls are appropriate for this period of English cabinetmaking. The mirror plate shows the softened reflection and gentle aging admired in original nineteenth century glass. This is a refined and authentic piece of early Victorian design that blends seamlessly into both traditional and modern spaces.
Condition:
Good antique condition with age appropriate wear. The mirror plate shows light silvering wear and soft swirling typical of original early Victorian glass. There are surface scratches and mild wear to the veneer and plinth base from use. The back board shows expected oxidation, marks, and old screw holes from nineteenth century construction. Brass hardware has a mellowed patina and functions well. The drawer operates smoothly and the hand cut dovetails remain strong. The piece is stable, displays beautifully, and retains its early nineteenth century character.
