Antique Mirror with English Royal Coat of Arms, 1900s

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A majestic and imposing vertical wooden wall mirror with a sumptuous heraldic frieze in embossed brass and beveled glass, a … Read more A majestic and imposing vertical wooden wall mirror with a sumptuous heraldic frieze in embossed brass and beveled glass, a refined Anglo-Saxon-style furnishing element dating to the first half of the 20th century.

· Subject and Style: The top features the Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom, with the Lion of England and the Unicorn of Scotland supporting a crowned shield with the historic mottos "Honi soit qui mal y pense" and "Dieu et mon droit" (God and my right). The central mirror is finished with an elegant beveled edge and complemented at the bottom by a contoured apron with a brass festoon frieze.

· Material and Finish: Contoured wooden frame in a warm mahogany tone, wax-polished, enhanced by decorative brass plaques with a charming patina of age in the undercuts; the back is covered with original paneling, with a hanging hook and metal fasteners.

Ideal for: Stately entrances, reception rooms, halls, corridors of honor, professional offices, and collectors of heraldic furnishings with a classic feel.

Technical Details and Condition:

Type: Vertical wall mirror / Mirror with heraldic frieze.

Subject: British Royal Coat of Arms with heraldic mottos and floral decorations.

Manufacturer / Origin: Attributable to Anglo-Saxon / British manufacture (unmarked).

Materials: Shaped solid wood, embossed brass, beveled mirrored glass.

Period: Attributable to the first half of the 20th century (Vintage).

Dimensions: Width 38.5 cm, Total height 124.5 cm.

Condition: Excellent overall vintage condition with normal, uniform patina consistent with its age. Solid, sound, woodworm-free wooden frame; The brass elements are intact, solid, and richly detailed; the beveled mirror is sound, clear, and free of cracks or chips; the support and rear attachment are in perfect working order. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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