The Story
This exquisite Mid-Century pocket mirror, is a beautiful example of Japanese decorative art. The porcelain back features a delicate hand-painted scene of two Geishas strolling against a backdrop of soft pink cherry blossoms. Combining fine porcelain, intricate floral metalwork, and a cool, tactile solid jade handle, this mirror was designed as a high-quality accessory for a lady's handbag or dressing table during the 1940s–1950s.
The Details
Dimensions: 13.5cm (5") Total Length; Mirror size is approx. 4.5cm x 5.5cm.
Materials: Porcelain, solid Jade handle, and decorative metalwork.
Origin: Japan (unmarked).
Era: Mid-Century (c. 1940s–1950s).
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The hand-painted porcelain is vibrant and undamaged, and the jade handle is free of chips or cracks. The metal displays light tarnish consistent with age, and the mirror glass has some charming "foxing" (age-related spotting) around the edges, which adds to its antique character.
Why It’s Special
The use of solid jade makes this piece particularly special; the stone remains naturally cool to the touch and offers a weight and quality that plastic modern equivalents lack. The hand-painted "Moriage" style detail on the porcelain back is fine and artistic, making it as much a piece of art as it is a functional tool. It’s a perfect example of the "Orientalism" trend that was highly popular in mid-century Western fashion.
Styling Tips
Dressing Table Treasure: Place it on a mirrored tray alongside vintage perfume bottles and jewelry dishes. The green of the jade handle provides a lovely natural contrast to glass and metallic surfaces.
A Meaningful Gift: This makes a beautiful, unique gift for someone who appreciates vintage fashion or Japanese culture. Its compact size means it can be used daily in a handbag or kept as a keepsake.
Photography Prop: For those into vintage aesthetics, this mirror's "foxed" glass and intricate back make it a fantastic prop for flat-lay photography or vanity-style shoots.
Sustainable Shipping
100% plastic-free, recyclable, and biodegradable packaging.
U.K. Delivery: Sent via FREE Royal Mail Tracked 48 service.
The Story
This exquisite Mid-Century pocket mirror, is a beautiful example of Japanese decorative art. The porcelain back features a delicate hand-painted scene of two Geishas strolling against a backdrop of soft pink cherry blossoms. Combining fine porcelain, intricate floral metalwork, and a cool, tactile solid jade handle, this mirror was designed as a high-quality accessory for a lady's handbag or dressing table during the 1940s–1950s.
The Details
Dimensions: 13.5cm (5") Total Length; Mirror size is approx. 4.5cm x 5.5cm.
Materials: Porcelain, solid Jade handle, and decorative metalwork.
Origin: Japan (unmarked).
Era: Mid-Century (c. 1940s–1950s).
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The hand-painted porcelain is vibrant and undamaged, and the jade handle is free of chips or cracks. The metal displays light tarnish consistent with age, and the mirror glass has some charming "foxing" (age-related spotting) around the edges, which adds to its antique character.
Why It’s Special
The use of solid jade makes this piece particularly special; the stone remains naturally cool to the touch and offers a weight and quality that plastic modern equivalents lack. The hand-painted "Moriage" style detail on the porcelain back is fine and artistic, making it as much a piece of art as it is a functional tool. It’s a perfect example of the "Orientalism" trend that was highly popular in mid-century Western fashion.
Styling Tips
Dressing Table Treasure: Place it on a mirrored tray alongside vintage perfume bottles and jewelry dishes. The green of the jade handle provides a lovely natural contrast to glass and metallic surfaces.
A Meaningful Gift: This makes a beautiful, unique gift for someone who appreciates vintage fashion or Japanese culture. Its compact size means it can be used daily in a handbag or kept as a keepsake.
Photography Prop: For those into vintage aesthetics, this mirror's "foxed" glass and intricate back make it a fantastic prop for flat-lay photography or vanity-style shoots.
Sustainable Shipping
100% plastic-free, recyclable, and biodegradable packaging.
U.K. Delivery: Sent via FREE Royal Mail Tracked 48 service.
