$1,256Sale Price|30% Off
H 49.6 in W 18.1 in D 18.1 in
19th Century French Provincial Wooden Shaving Mirror with Brass Trim
Located in High Point, NC
Useful both for shaving or applying makeup. The mirror can be tilted to suit many uses and is
Brass
$2,377
H 52.76 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Art Deco Vanity for Men or Shaving Stand with a Mirror done in Mahogany
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an antique Vanity for Men, Shaving Stand or a Side Table, with
Mirror, Mahogany
$700Sale Price|30% Off
H 57 in W 17 in D 28 in
Antique Victorian American Oak Washstand W/ Mirror Dressing Table Shaving Stand
Located in Dayton, OH
mirror and towel bar. The base has one interior shelf with brass pull and is supported by turned legs
Oak
$3,800
H 63.5 in W 23 in D 23 in
A Rare Thonet Bentwood Oak Shaving Stand / Vanity with Mirror, 19th C.
By Thonet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautiful and sculptural piece features an oval swivel mirror flanked by two scrolling
Oak
$2,450Sale Price|30% Off
H 64 in W 37 in D 21 in
19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Shaving Stand Vanity Desk Dressing Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Exquisite antique early 19th century American Empire Period flame mahogany two drawer shaving stand
Mirror, Mahogany
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Antique Washstand Shaving Vanity Mirror Stand C1780 Mahogany Bathroom Cabinet
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
An impressive and rare form late 18th century mahogany and boxwood shaving washstand. The hinged
Mahogany
Victorian Shaving Mirror Stand
Located in Hudson, NY
Victorian shaving mirror with beautiful cast iron legs.
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Shaving Stand with Telescoping Mirror
Located in Pasadena, CA
Mid-Century Modern mirror on stand. Pieces are both casual and visually appealing, taking
Mirror, Wood
Sold
H 63.5 in W 13.75 in D 18.5 in
Antique Victorian Eastlake Mahogany Gentleman’s Shaving Stand with Mirror
Located in Dayton, OH
Victorian washstand or shaving stand, circa 1880s. Made from mahogany with three drawers, lower
Mirror, Mahogany
19th Century Victorian Mahogany and Marble Mirrored Shaving Stand
Located in South Bend, IN
A unique 19th century Victorian mahogany mirrored shaving stand. It features an oval mirror on a
Marble
Sold
H 55.12 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Victorian 19th Century Painted Adjustable Shaving Mirror, circa 1860
Located in Suffolk, GB
Victorian 19th century antique painted adjustable shaving mirror with a round adjustable mirror. It
Hardwood
A Fine 19Th Century Mahogany Shaving Stand
Located in London, GB
Presenting a splendid C19th Mahogany Shaving Stand. A quintessential piece that exudes the elegance
Mirror, Oak
Dutch Shaving Stand in Mahogany w/ Marquetry in Tulipwood and Kingwood
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
An exceptionally beautiful shaving stand in mahogany with marquetry in tulipwood and kingwood
Mirror, Kingwood, Mahogany
Industrial Turn of the Century Nickle Plated Oval Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Nickel plated, beaded trin fram, oval beveled mirror. Perfect for a bathroom, shaving, make- up
Nickel
Victorian Wicker Mirrored Shaving or Vanity Stand with Shelves
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Part of a Senator's wife's wicker collection, this shaving or vanity mirror with display shelves is
Wicker
Sold
H 56.5 in Dm 13.5 in
Circa 1900 Red Metal Wire "Twist " Two Tier Shaving Stand with Beveled Mirror
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Late Victorian Painted Metal Stand with beveled Mirror. The wash stand, shaving stand features a
Wire, Metal
Antique Early 19th Century Chippendale Mahogany Shaving Stand
Located in Peabody, MA
Antique Chippendale shaving Stand in mahogany, circa 1830s. Adjustable mirror with carved supports
Mirror, Mahogany
English Shaving Stand
Located in Southampton, NY
A Simple and Elegant Oak Shaving Stand. Original Beveled Mirror and Brass Reveal.Single Drawer
Brass, Steel
Victorian Mahogany Shaving Stand with Telescopic Mirror
Located in Heathfield, East Sussex
A lovely Victorian mahogany shaving stand, circa 1880. Having an adjustable beveled edge mirror
Brass
19th Century Gentleman's English Campaign Shaving Stand with Mirror
Located in Charleston, SC
. This magnificent shaving mirror came out of the Philip Stern collection out of Barbados.
Brass
Luxurious Silver Shaving Stand or Vanity and Mirror
Located in Essex, MA
A sculptural and useful, adjustable height luxurious silver plated shaving stand with 3-part
Metal
19th Century Mahogany Telescopic Shaving Stand
Located in Vancouver, BC
Beautiful mahogany Victorian tiled top shaving stand with a brass telescopic mirror that can be
Brass
$1,250 / set
H 51.19 in W 36.62 in D 12.6 in
Cool Dutch 1970's Space Age Vanity Dressing Table & Matching Wallmounted Mirror
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Fantastic 1970's Space Age Bedroom Vanity / Dressing Table The Vanity has an adjustable mirror and a drawer unit for storing your make up goodies A cute wall mounted mirror in yel...
Brass
$2,530 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$3,981Sale Price|50% Off
H 70.87 in W 75.6 in D 23.63 in
Space Age Vanity Table by Cabinetmaker MB Italy, White Lacquer, 1970
By MB Italy
Located in Valladolid, ES
One of a kind dressing table, space age style, 70s, with great influence of Art Deco aesthetics. In white lacquered wood, with a black marble effect fiberglass top. Large circular m...
Mirror, Fiberglass, Wood, Lacquer
Tiffany Studios Jeweled Feather Table Lamp.
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios Jeweled Feather Table Lamp. New York, Circa 1910 Base signed TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 584, Height 22 Inches Shade signed TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 1439, Diameter 16....
Bronze
"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand 6-drawer dresser showcases elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural drawer fronts, making it a distinctive piece in any bedroom. It sits on minimal turned legs, b...
Oak
Capiz Shell Table Lamp, Model Cornelia
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cornelia Table Lamp is a lamp that is made from capiz shells which gives the material an irregular structure. This makes each lamp unique, something that adds to its character and pe...
Brass
$8,676 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
Petite LUsaucer Brass Fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sharp and elegant 12" ceiling flush mount or wall mount fixture. This fixture is a new take on the traditional concept of indirect lighting that functions to accent a room with rich ...
Brass
$7,012
H 71.66 in W 71.66 in D 18.12 in
Italian Midcentury Vanity Dresser in Parchment by Pierluigi Colli, 1950s
By Colli Torino
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This is a splendid vanity table or petineuse designed by Pierluigi Colli and crafted in Turin in the first half of the 1900s. The attention to detail is remarkable, with a plethora o...
Glass, Mirror, Maple
Vintage Oval Wicker Dressing Table with Stool, 20th Century Design
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage wicker dressing table / writing table with stool. It is oval shaped with a raised galleried back. There is one center drawer. This very versatile piece can be used as a dres...
Wicker
$1,217Sale Price|20% Off
H 59.85 in W 37.01 in D 20.48 in
20th Century French Vintage Wooden Vanity Table with Mirror Top and Drawers
Located in Sofia, BG
Very well preserved 20th century french vintage vanity table with mirror top and drawers that is made in fruit wood. It is raised on slightly curved legs with a delicate detail at th...
Fruitwood
Napoleon III Period Vanity Table or French Travailleuse
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very pretty Napoleon III period three-tier 'travailleuse', or work table, fitted out for use as an elegant vanity unit. The top tray opens with a hinged lid to reveal a mirrored ba...
Brass
$1,212
H 63 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Mid-century modern black white vanity table Philippe Starck style, Italy, 1990s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Mid-century modern black white vanity table Philippe Starck style, Italy, 1990s This mid-century modern black and white vanity table, inspired by Philippe Starck's iconic design, emb...
Metal
$1,190Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.49 in W 5.12 in D 2.37 in
Antique Personal Diary Repository, Scottish, Brass, Keepsake Case, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a fine antique personal diary repository, originating from Scotland during the Victorian period, circa 1870. This striking book form keepsake case showcases the craftsmanship...
Brass
Wrought Iron Martini Table, Large
Located in London, GB
A wrought iron martini table, hand made in England to a 1940s original design. Shown here finished with a natural bronze patina. Available in bronze or black finishes. Large: 31 c...
Wrought Iron
Vintage, new and antique vanity tables have forever felt like personal, intimate sanctuaries of sorts, designed to introduce a level of serenity that feels rare and welcome in our otherwise frenetic days. They’ve been variously known as dressing tables or makeup tables over the years, but no matter what we call them — and whether it's a sophisticated contemporary piece or an iconic vintage Luigi Massoni vanity — vanities have offered a special place for us to get ready for work, an early-morning appointment or lunch date or whatever lies ahead.
“Beauty routines, taking the time to protect what you have, a moment to accessorize, a moment to pause and slow down — these are all so important now as an antidote to our fast and hectic lives,” says Oona Bannon, creative director of Pinch Design in Clapham, South London. “Just thinking about a dressing table makes me feel calm.”
When decorative boxes would no longer suffice as repositories for cosmetics, fragrant oils and perfumes, dressing tables originated in France and England during the 17th century. Men who called the latter home used “shaving tables” — a proto-dressing table — for their grooming routines while women found in dressing tables an oasis for applying makeup, particularly as improvements upon vanity tables equipped them with mirrors and lighting. In the United States, as vanity tables became a seamless component of bedroom furniture, furniture makers working in Chippendale, Rococo and other styles were regularly commissioned to produce these popular items.
Vanity tables have evolved over the years, and while there is lots to love about the ornate carving and pronounced curvilinear forms of Victorian vanities, the clean lines that characterize mid-century modern vanities and the decorative flourishes associated with Art Deco vanities, the main elements of this furnishing are the same. All vanities are about as tall as a standard table with room for seating furniture, which tends to be a small bench, a stool or an armless chair. Many also have special organization features for makeup. Without a chair and a mirror, a vanity would resemble a dresser.
Nowadays, vanities are more than a place to do hair and makeup. They’re a platform to display beauty products and store makeup collections. Vanities are standard in bedrooms, particularly if you’re not lucky enough to have a spacious dressing room or walk-in closet for your dressing table. The better the lighting is in your bedroom or wherever you’ve positioned your vanity table — even if you’ve opted for a moody setting versus a bright one — the more you will benefit from having this personal place of respite to prepare for the day ahead.
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