Mirror, mirror, on the wall...

It's not vanity, I swear - I've just got a bit of a thing for gilt-framed mirrors. Especially convex ones. And the more battered they are, the better.

These are all auction finds or donations....

And all for the cost of the household charge....

I've been stalking auction houses again - specifically the auction rooms of Waterford's inimitable RJ Keighery.

I picked up some gorgeous pieces at yesterday's auction, but possibly my favourite is this beautiful marble-topped dresser made by Gillow & Co of Lancaster. The stamp suggests it was made in the late 19th century.

The guide was €150-€250, but I bagged it for a bargainous €100. And for once there was no need to do anything with it, apart from a good wipe down.

The cream jugs are by Wedgewood and Spode, and were part of a lot I picked up for €33.