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Victorian Mother of Pearl Folding Looking Glass

$300
£226.23
€261.65
CA$420.90
A$467.85
CHF 245.24
MX$5,713.64
NOK 3,061.67
SEK 2,880.46
DKK 1,952.85

About the Item

A lovely little looking glass that has a compact design. The glass part slides out. The case is Mother of Pearl with beautiful graining. It shimmers. The metal is likely some sort of silver palate as it’s not hallmarked. It is in good age appropriate condition with commensurate age wear and some dings and other surface imperfections. One notable chip to one side and another small one to the other side.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.38 in (9.66 mm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. It is in good age appropriate condition with commensurate age wear and some dings and other surface imperfections. One notable chip to one side and another small one to the other side.
  • Seller Location:
    Palm Springs, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Bridges over Time MP1277121stDibs: LU835046478522

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