Description :
Elegant French dressing table mirror dating from the Restoration period, circa 1820–1830, distinguished by its refined proportions, graceful curved supports and beautifully polished wood.
The circular tilting mirror is held between two elegantly shaped uprights with sweeping curved profiles, creating a particularly attractive and sculptural silhouette. The mirror can be adjusted to the desired viewing angle, a practical feature characteristic of dressing table mirrors of the period.
The upper structure rests upon a rectangular base incorporating a single fitted drawer, discreetly opened by a small decorative brass pull. The drawer is lined with rich red velvet, providing a charming compartment for jewelry, watches or other small personal objects. The warm, richly figured polished wood gives the piece considerable depth and decorative character, while the restrained design reflects the elegant aesthetic associated with the French Restoration period.
Raised on four small feet, this unusual mirror has wonderfully compact proportions and would sit beautifully on a dressing table, chest of drawers or console. Both functional and highly decorative, it is an appealing example of early 19th-century French craftsmanship.
The piece presents minor wear, marks and traces of use consistent with its age, adding to its authentic antique character.
H 33.5 cm × W 29.5 cm × D 18 cm
H 13.2 in × W 11.6 in × D 7.1 in