Chinoiserie Mirror light suggesting it was intended from

suggesting it was intended from the outset as a cabinet curiosity or presentation piece rather than a child’s toy

The whole raised on freely moving casters

including a settee with matching bolster cushions and scatter cushion

late 19th century

Chinoiserie Mirror light suggesting it was intended fromOf rectangular form, decorated with chinoiserie scenes around a bevelled edge mirror. Measuring 55cm wide x 34cm high x 3cm deep. Good original condition with minor foxing in places to the mirror. Late 19th early 20th century. Chinoiserie is a French term meaning Chinese esque and is a European interpretation of Chinese art rather than direct representation. Mirrors were decorated with Chinoiserie scenes as a European interpretation of East Asian