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Small Cast Iron Ornate Bow and Swag Framed Wall Mirror

Late 1800s–early 1900s or reproduction · Likely USA or European manufacture; possibly a later reproduction

Estimated value: $60–$85

Cast iron decorative mirrors with ribbon-bow and swag motifs flourished during the Victorian and Neoclassical revival periods (1880s–1910s), when cast iron became the affordable material of choice for middle-class home ornamentation. These pieces were mass-produced by foundries across the USA and Europe, combining classical design vocabulary with industrial manufacturing to bring ornamental style within reach of parlors and bedrooms.

Value depends primarily on whether it is a genuine antique (late 1800s–early 1900s) versus a later reproduction, along with condition of the mirror glass and integrity of the cast iron frame.

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