Description
Fine and unusual carved 19th century Folk Art ‘witches scrying’ mirror. The mirror carved as a witch with crossed legs leaning on her knees with her hands placed to the side of her face smirking towards to user as they stair into mirror to the centre. The mirror possibly of Irish origin.
Notes | Divination with a mirror or another reflective surface is an ancient practice known as scrying. The term originates from the word ‘descry’, meaning ‘to catch sight of’. Cecil Williamson a renowned the Neopagan Witch and folklorist from the 20th century warned that, if you gaze into it, ‘and suddenly see someone standing behind you, whatever you do, do not turn around’.
Reference | See an article from the Museum of witchcraft and magic with reference to this particular type of Scrying Mirror with an image of a very similar mirror.
Measurements | 45.5cm High x 23cm Wide x 5.5cm (17.9 x 9 x 2.17 Inches)
Condition | Very Good, one hairline to the bottom left of the mirror. The glass has been edited to avoid reflection except in the display photo. There are a couple of blemishes to the glass as see on the display photo.
