An Easel Mirror is a freestanding mirror supported by an adjustable easel-style frame or hinged back, allowing the angle of the mirror to be altered. Popular throughout the Victorian and Edwardian periods, easel mirrors were commonly placed on dressing tables and washstands for personal grooming. Antique examples are often crafted in mahogany, walnut, oak or silver plate. *Related Terms*\ Cheval Mirror, Dressing Mirror, Easel, Toilet Mirror, Vanity Mirror.