19th-century Small Convex French Mirror #1
Within John Derian's curated collection of antique art and mirrors is this convex mirror also known as a "butler's" or "witch's" mirror. Featuring an ebonized frame, the mirror glass bulges outward to offer a wide-angle, distorted view of the surroundings. Historically, these mirrors were popular in 19th-century dining rooms, allowing butlers to observe the entire table efficiently. Details approx. 4.5" W x 5.25” H Convex glass, wood frame, and backed in newspaper. Ebonized wood frame 19th-century France Please note that vintage items will embrace unique variations such as rust, paint chips, scratches, dings, and general wear.