Early Dressing Table Swing Mirror on Turned Spindles Tailoring Such pieces were often carried

Such pieces were often carried by traveling salesmen representing major hardware makers

but no major cracks or structural issues

It was part of a 15-page series used in schools for decades

This example of the Westphal cabinet is exceptionally well preserved and is a nearly-lost memento of the bygone era of industrial Americana

Early Dressing Table Swing Mirror on Turned Spindles Tailoring Such pieces were often carriedSmall tabletop swing mirror mounted in a turned wooden frame with shaped feet and side supports. The arched mirror plate pivots within its frame, allowing for adjustable viewing angles, while the turned uprights and stretcher reflect traditional late 19th century furniture forms scaled down for dressing table or washstand use. The wood retains a deep, warm patina with visible age and handling, and the compact proportions suggest it was intended for