Antique Oval Wall Mirror, c. 1890–1910
Viridian Eclection
The Mirror
An oval wall mirror of the late Victorian to early Edwardian period, retaining its original mirror plate, its brass toned metal frame and its early backing hardware. The glass carries natural foxing, silver loss at the edges and subtle clouding consistent with age, giving a softened, atmospheric reflection that modern glass cannot replicate.
The oval form is framed by a pressed brass surround with restrained decorative cresting at the crown, a detail commonly found in domestic mirrors made around the turn of the twentieth century. The plate is beveled.
The surface responds dynamically to light, shifting between clarity and opacity depending on angle and setting. That quality, together with the intact original materials, gives the piece depth and character while preserving its historical integrity.
History & Provenance
The mirror dates to approximately 1890 to 1910. Pressed brass surrounds with light cresting at the crown were a standard of domestic mirror production in those decades, and the oval plate, the pressed frame and the early backing hardware are all consistent with one another.
Mirrors of this size and type were intended for intimate interior spaces, bedrooms, dressing rooms and hallways, where reflection was secondary to function and presence.
The piece carries no maker's mark, so the attribution rests on idiom and construction rather than on a signature. No restoration has been performed, and the backing and hanging hardware remain original and functional, which supports the dating and shows the mirror in its first form.
Product Details
| Era | c. 1890 to 1910, late Victorian to early Edwardian |
| Maker | Unmarked, maker unknown |
| Form | Oval wall mirror with decorative cresting at the crown |
| Materials | Original beveled mirror glass, pressed brass or brass plated metal frame, original backing with early hanging hardware |
| Marks | None recorded |
| Dimensions | To be confirmed |
| Condition | Good antique condition consistent with age and use. Original glass with visible foxing, silver loss and patina throughout. Frame intact with age appropriate wear. Backing and hanging hardware original and functional. No restoration has been performed |
| Category | Collector's Choice |
Why It Belongs in Your Home
An antique mirror offers more than reflection. It introduces depth, atmosphere and a sense of continuity within a space, and the aged plate does work that a new one cannot.
This one suits interiors that value patina and authenticity, powder rooms, hallways, or layered wall compositions where objects are chosen for character rather than perfection.
It was selected for its intact glass, its period correct construction, and the quiet character that only time produces.
Every piece is packed with professional-grade materials: multiple foam layers, double-boxing, directional and fragile handling labels. For large furniture we use custom timber crating. We photograph packing before dispatch and can provide images on request.
White-glove delivery is complimentary within 100 miles of Reno, NV. National shipping quotes provided at checkout. All shipments are photographed and documented. Damage claims must be filed with the carrier; we provide all documentation needed to support your claim.
Local pickup is available at Viridian HQ (Reno, NV) with 2–4 days notice. Contact us to arrange. Private viewings also available.
All antique and vintage items are sold as described and all sales are final. Each listing includes detailed condition notes and photographs so you can make a fully informed decision. We encourage buyers to ask questions — about condition, dimensions, finish, provenance — before purchasing.
Antiques are irreplaceable and one-of-a-kind. Carrier handling is outside our control once a piece has left our facility, and major carriers including FedEx do not insure antiques. We do everything within our power to ensure safe transit, but cannot accept liability for carrier damage. If damage occurs in transit, we will provide full documentation to support your carrier claim.
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