
Vintage Silver-Plated Vanity Brush and Mirror Set
A classic two-piece vanity set consisting of a handheld hairbrush and a coordinating beveled mirror. The items feature a rectangular, slightly flared head design with rounded corners. The reverse of each piece is decorated with a complex repoussé or stamped floral and foliate scrollwork pattern against a textured background, suggesting a mid-20th-century aesthetic influenced by late Victorian and Art Nouveau styles. The handles are elongated with deep vertical fluting (godronnage) that provides both a decorative element and a tactile grip. Construction appears to be silver-plated metal, displaying a bright metallic finish with significant oxidization and green verdigris visible at the base of both handles. The brush contains dense, natural or synthetic bristles set into a visible beige base plate. Condition notes include minor surface scratches, tarnish, and wear consistent with age and frequent use. The set exhibits quality industrial craftsmanship typical of boutique vanity manufacturers like International Silver or Gorham from the circa 1930s-1950s era. The lack of a visible 'Sterling' mark suggests silver plate over a base metal composition.
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Estimated Value
$45 - $75
Basic Information
Category
Vanity & Grooming Accessories
Appraised On
May 6, 2026
Estimated Value
$45 - $75
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Handheld mirror and brush, silver intricate design on the back
Item Description
A classic two-piece vanity set consisting of a handheld hairbrush and a coordinating beveled mirror. The items feature a rectangular, slightly flared head design with rounded corners. The reverse of each piece is decorated with a complex repoussé or stamped floral and foliate scrollwork pattern against a textured background, suggesting a mid-20th-century aesthetic influenced by late Victorian and Art Nouveau styles. The handles are elongated with deep vertical fluting (godronnage) that provides both a decorative element and a tactile grip. Construction appears to be silver-plated metal, displaying a bright metallic finish with significant oxidization and green verdigris visible at the base of both handles. The brush contains dense, natural or synthetic bristles set into a visible beige base plate. Condition notes include minor surface scratches, tarnish, and wear consistent with age and frequent use. The set exhibits quality industrial craftsmanship typical of boutique vanity manufacturers like International Silver or Gorham from the circa 1930s-1950s era. The lack of a visible 'Sterling' mark suggests silver plate over a base metal composition.
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