19th-century Small Convex French Mirror #2 Space such as this flocked black

such as this flocked black cat with a bobble head

a slices of lemon

Original gilded wood frame

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Garden Rose and Friendship

19th-century Small Convex French Mirror #2 Space such as this flocked blackWithin John Derian's curated collection of antique art and mirrors is this convex mirror "butler's mirror" 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 5" W x 5. 5 H Convex glass, wood frame, and backed in newspaper.