Art Nouveau Silver Hand Mirror

Handbag/Purse sized (11cms)

This is a lovely, tiny, art nouveau "travel" hand mirror. 

Made on the continent, it doesn't have a hallmark but it does meet the UK silver standard of .925 and as such has "Sterling 925" pressed into the back, bottom edge. My picture is not very clear of this - sorry - but it's picture number 4. Having no hallmark means that I cannot give you a year of manufacture.

Measuring just 11.3cms in length, the mirror is completely portable in a purse or handbag. The back of the mirror has a woman's head with flowing hair and flowers entwined. The handle itself is an organic, sinew-like twist of scrolls resembling plant stems, all very classic Art Nouveau.

The mirror itself is 4.3cms in diameter, circular, and it does have a few blemishes around the edges. Set within a silver border, this framework is a bit loose, and although the mirror does not fall out, it looks a bit uneven and as if it could do with being tightened up if it is going to be used.

A very unusual size and a beautiful item.

Postage will be Royal Mail tracked 48.