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Shaving mirror reportedly belonging to Robert Burns

Key details

Object number
3.4529
Date
1780 to 1796
On display
Yes

Description

Shaving mirror which reportedly belonged to Robert Burns.

Made of stained wood and has a sliding cover. Signature 'Robert Burns' etched onto sliding cover. Included as part of a set which also includes a razor.


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Material

Measurements

  • Depth: 1.8(cm)
  • Height: 18.6(cm)
  • Width: 13.5(cm)

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