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Provincial Chinese Travel Mirror, c. 1850

$480
£368.62
€422.43
CA$675.72
A$756.96
CHF 393.71
MX$9,233.32
NOK 5,012.48
SEK 4,726.41
DKK 3,152.93

About the Item

This round folding mirror dates to the mid-19th century and would have accompanied a well-to-do woman on her travels. The wooden frame is carved with simple scrollwork at the hinge and includes a flat cover that props the mirror upright when open. Beautifully aged and full of character, we love this humble traveling mirror as a storied token from the past.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: Mirror is replacement. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CFC1841stDibs: LU820027432992

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