Carousel mirror

Carousel mirror

Description

We are proud to offer a rare example of a hand carved English fairground carousel mirrored panel attributed to the “Savages” fairground family. With 2 carved dragons sat at the crown, 2 elephant heads either side and naïve floral detail around the frame. Untouched painted surface and an original 19th Century mirror plate still usable and firmly in place. A truly magnificent example of English fairground craftsmanship of years gone by. Carved numbers at the rear read 44 and original cast iron metal hooks are still in place.

Size in inches approx.: H 63” x W 30” x D 3.5”

Period: Early-20th Century

Material: Wood / Glass / Cast iron

Origin: English

Condition: Aged

Item Condition

Completely solid in structure and form, naturally faded across all its surfaces with loss of paint in areas. The carved wood dates to the late 19th Century and shows a good natural aged surface, with worn edges and flaking paint (most firmly in place) The Mirror is very usable and the reflection is clear, there are mercury faded sections and it has a faded sparkle as most plates from the 19th Century would. We have used a replacement reflection from a stock image library to represent a reflection however the other close-up images aim to show the true nature of the mirror. A very heavy item and the shipping cost reflects this. This is an authentic aged item which is over 100 years old. Please expect the condition to reflect this. It is exceedingly difficult to photograph all the areas on this piece. Therefore, we strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections / condition is unclear to avoid disappointment when purchasing.

Shipping & Handling
• UK Buyers: Delivery available via trusted couriers, including bespoke service for large or fragile items
• International Buyers: Shipping available worldwide — please contact us for a custom quote before purchase
• We highly recommend tracked, insured, and crated shipping for this item due to its rarity and fragility
• Shipping time: 3–5 working days to dispatch

Our Guarantee
We pride ourselves on transparency, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. All items are described and photographed as accurately as possible. Please inspect all photos and ask any questions prior to purchase — we are here to help ensure confidence in your decision.

Returns & Cancellations
• Returns accepted only if the item is not as described, reported within 48 hours of delivery
• Change-of-mind cancellations are not accepted
• Return shipping (including insurance) is the responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise agreed upon

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