Plain, mahogany, cheval mirror on tapered sabre legs that terminate in brass castors. Probably dates to the Regency period, c. 1811-1820.
Cheval or dressing mirrors originated in France in the late 18th century. These free-standing mirrors are hinged within a frame, which allows them to tilt and pivot to provide different viewing angles.
Usually found in bedrooms or dressing-rooms, the name ‘cheval’ comes from the French for ‘horse.’ Like that animal, cheval mirrors are capable of standing on their own four feet.