Description

Early C19th Regency period mahogany framed robing mirror or �Psyche� of large proportions.
Turned mahogany-framed dressing mirror raised on a �cheval� type base of shaped sabre leg supports fitted with original square cast brass box castors and wheels . The elaborately turned frame with shaped acorn-type finials and united by twin turned lateral bars to the base and one to the top of the frame , providing strength and stability. The mahogany supports having a wide gentle sweep , again providing excellent stability.
The original mercury-silvered mirror plate in a mahogany cross-grained edge frame . The sides fitted with finely-cast gilt brass adjustable knobs or stays , with rosette detail . The brass screw-in knobs on gilded brass plates and fitted with original turned mahogany �washers� to grip the frame and allow precise and stable adjustment of the mirror angle .
The mirror frame having original mahogany multi-panelled back , unusually fitted with 3 original miniature brass rings to the top bar , which can be pulled up to release the back panel from the frame , perhaps providing a �secret� compartment behind the plate.
In excellent dry , fresh-to-market untouched condition.
A large and well-proportioned dressing or robing mirror to add period style glamour and elegance to a bedroom or dressing room .
H 76�
W 33�
D 30�
The mirror frame 48� x 27�
England c. 1820
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
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Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
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Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
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