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Art Deco Wall Mirror with Black Glass Frame
By Carolina Mirror Corp
Located in New York, NY
A vertical wall mirror with black glass frame and chrome corners, Art Deco period, circa early-20th
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco An Antique Mirror

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Chrome

Antique Art Deco Wall Mirror with Black Glass Frame
Art Deco Wall Mirror with Black Glass Frame
H 50.25 in W 32.13 in D 1.25 in
An Antique French Bronze and Wood Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 French mirror with bronze applications, it can stand or hang. Measurements: Height
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Early 1900s French An Antique Mirror

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Bronze

An Elegant 19th Century Gilt Wall Mirror
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
An Elegant 19th Century Gilt Wall Mirror This is a lovely old mirror it is set in a Deeply Moulded
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19th Century French Provincial An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror

An Art Nouveau toilet mirror
Located in London, GB
Stunning figural mirrors such as this would have adorned the bedrooms of society ladies throughout
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau An Antique Mirror

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique An Art Nouveau toilet mirror
An Art Nouveau toilet mirror
H 28.75 in W 14.57 in D 8.67 in
Italian Napoleon Green an Gold Mirror 1800's
Located in Milano, IT
Napoleon mirror Italian 1800's Palladian top carved and gilded with shell and acanthus leaf scrolls
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Early 18th Century Italian Napoleon III An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Wood

French Gilt Cushion Mirror This Is an Exquisite Piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Gilt Cushion Mirror This is an exquisite piece, it is a fine quality piece and the corner
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1920s French Provincial An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror

An Edwardian Dressing Mirror Veneered in Tortoiseshell
Located in London, GB
An elegant Edwardian tortoiseshell veneered dressing table with shaped and arched top inset with bevelled swing-plate on uprights with ivory mounts. English, Early Twentieth Century...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian An Antique Mirror

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Bone, Tortoise Shell

An Italian 18th Century Baroque St. Double Framed Giltwood Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking Italian 18th century Baroque st. double framed giltwood mirror. The mirror retains all
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18th Century Italian Baroque An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

18th Century French Golden Regency Convex Mirror Topped by an Eagle
Located in Marbella, ES
18th century French golden Regency convex mirror topped by an eagle.
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Mid-18th Century French An Antique Mirror

Materials

Wood, Mirror

An Early 20th Century Austrian Secessionist Bronze Mirror
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century bronze Austrian Secessionist mirror with foliate decoration to the border.
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Early 20th Century Austrian An Antique Mirror

Materials

Bronze

Superb Rococo Style Gilt Wall Mirror the Mirror Has an Elaborate Frame
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Superb Rococo Style Gilt Wall Mirror The Mirror has an elaborate 4” wide gilt Frame inset with
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1880s Rococo An Antique Mirror

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Giltwood

An 18th Century Mahogany and parcel gilt wall mirror.
Located in Reepham, GB
This striking 18th Century wall mirror features its original (resilvered) rectangular bevelled
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Mid-18th Century Chippendale An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mahogany, Giltwood

An Unusual 18th Century carved Giltwood Wall Mirror
Located in London, GB
With scroll arch pediment surmounted by a coronet and C scrolls above a rectangular plate surrounded by a stiff leaf and acanthus decorated frame. Circa 1740, possibly Irish.
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18th Century and Earlier Irish George II An Antique Mirror

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Giltwood, Mercury Glass

An Oval Gold Gilt French Napoleon III Antique Mirror
Located in London, GB
A large antique gold gilt Oval pediment mirror from the Napoleon III period. Very well decorated
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1880s French Napoleon III An Antique Mirror

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Giltwood

An Italian late 19th century Venetian st. Octagonal mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most attractive Italian late 19th century Venetian st. Octagonal mirror. The central mirror plate
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Late 19th Century Italian An Antique Mirror

Materials

Glass

Swedish Neoclassical Style 19th Century Mirror with Doves Perched on an Urn
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish neoclassical style painted and carved wooden mirror from the 19th century, with doves on
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19th Century Swedish Neoclassical An Antique Mirror

Materials

Wood, Mirror

An Unusual Pair of 18th Century Tuscan Octagonal Mirrors
Located in London, GB
Italy, circa 1750 A rare pair of mid eighteenth century Tuscan octagonal frames, with residual traces of green paint and yellow ochre, the frames with graduated mouldings. Height ...
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Mid-18th Century Italian An Antique Mirror

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Wood

An 18th Century English Oval Richly Carved Deep Brown Colored Wood Wall Mirror
Located in Atlanta, GA
An 18th century English medium sized oval mirror. This English wall mirror has a carved wood crest
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18th Century English An Antique Mirror

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Glass, Mirror, Wood

18th Century Giltwood Wall Mirror, with An Ornate Flared-Cornered
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A small, but perfectly proportioned 18th century gilt wood wall mirror, with an ornate flared
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18th Century French Louis XVI An Antique Mirror

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Giltwood

An Unusual Large Carved Giltwood Wall Mirror
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
An 18th century carved giltwood mirror of good size with a Hebrew motif set in clouds and a
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18th Century Italian An Antique Mirror

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Glass, Giltwood

An Unusual Large Carved Giltwood Wall Mirror
An Unusual Large Carved Giltwood Wall Mirror
H 57.49 in W 29.93 in D 4.73 in
Liberty & Co Attr Arts & Crafts Wall Mirror with an Engraved Flower to the Glass
By Liberty & Co., Charles Voysey
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co attributed, in the style of C F A Voysey. An Arts & Crafts oak wall mirror with
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Oak

John Williams. The Guild of Handicraft. An enormous & exceptional copper mirror
By The Guild of Handicraft, John Williamson
Located in London, GB
John Williams for the Guild of Handicraft. An exceptional and enormous copper mirror with four
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1890s English Arts and Crafts An Antique Mirror

Materials

Copper

An Exquisite Italian Late 18th Century Rocaille Style Mirror, Beautifully Adorn
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian exquisite late 18th-early 19th century rocaille style wooden mirror with gold gesso and
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Late 18th Century Italian Rococo An Antique Mirror

Materials

Wood

An Arts & Crafts Circular Copper Bevelled Mirror in the Form of a Flower Bud
Located in London, GB
An Arts & Crafts polished circular copper bevelled mirror in the form of a flower bud.  
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Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts An Antique Mirror

Materials

Copper

French Louis XVI Trumeau Mirror with an Oil painting after Fragonard
Located in Dallas, TX
A French striped pine trumeau mirror with an oil painting in the style of Fragonard.
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI An Antique Mirror

Style of M H Baillie Scott an Arts & Crafts Oak Mirror with Chequer Inlays
By Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott
Located in London, GB
Shapland and Petter attributed. In the style of M H Baillie Scott an A&C oak mirror with chequer
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts An Antique Mirror

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Oak, Mirror, Boxwood, Ebony

An Elegantly Carved French Louis XV Style Rococo Giltwood Oval Mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elegantly carved French Louis XV style rococo giltwood oval mirror; surmounted by a rocaille
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19th Century French Rococo An Antique Mirror

Materials

Giltwood

Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts copper mirror with floral details
By Liberty & Co.
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts copper mirror with floral details to the sides inset with a
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts An Antique Mirror

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Copper

Liberty & Co. an Arts & Crafts 'A' Framed Hand-Hammered Copper Wall Mirror
By Liberty & Co.
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co. an Arts & Crafts 'A' framed hand-hammered copper wall mirror. With the original
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts An Antique Mirror

Materials

Copper

An Art Nouveau mirror by the French 19th century sculptor Louis Auguste Moreau.
Located in Central England, GB
This stylish and heavily cast solid pewter mirror is a freestanding table mirror with a hinged
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau An Antique Mirror

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Pewter

An impressively large bejewelled oval mirror in the style of Waterford, c. 1880
Located in Reepham, GB
A magnificent 19th Century oval mirror of large scale with giltwood border inset with clear and
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19th Century An Antique Mirror

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Glass, Cut Glass, Giltwood

An Italian 19th Century Gilt Wood Mirror with Ornate Foliage Decor, Gold Color
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite Italian carved and gilded mirror from the 19th century. This ornate mirror features an
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19th Century Italian An Antique Mirror

Materials

Giltwood

An Important Giltwood Mirror, Parma, Italy
Located in Sheffield, MA
An Important Giltwood Mirror Pama ,Italy 18th Century Provenance:Private collection,PARIS Le
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18th Century and Earlier Italian An Antique Mirror

An Opulent carved and painted late 19th C wall mirror of large proportions
Located in Reepham, GB
An opulent carved and painted continental wall mirror of large proportions, circa 1890, the mercury
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Late 19th Century An Antique Mirror

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Mahogany

An English George II Style Cartouche-shaped Giltwood Mirror with Ho Ho Birds
Located in San Francisco, CA
the cartouche mirror plate within a conforming giltwood frame with floral crest above an openwork
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Early 1900s British George II An Antique Mirror

Materials

Giltwood

A Stunning Napoleon III French Cushion Mirror This is an exquisite piece a fine
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Stunning Napoleon III French Cushion Mirror This is an exquisite piece a fine example of Mirrors
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19th Century French Provincial An Antique Mirror

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Giltwood

An Early Twentieth Century French Overmantel Mirror
Located in London, GB
A very elegant French overmantel mirror with central arched section flanked by two rectangular
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Early 20th Century French An Antique Mirror

Materials

Glass

Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts copper mirror with a cloudy blue Ruskin Jewel
By Liberty & Co.
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts copper mirror with a cloudy blue Ruskin Jewel to the top and
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts An Antique Mirror

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Copper

Mahogany Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Mahogany Mirror Antique American mahogany overdoor / overmantel mirror with rectangular mirror
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Late 19th Century American An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Mahogany Mirror
Mahogany Mirror
H 16 in W 28.6 in D 1.63 in
Palmwood Mirror
Located in London, GB
and distressed mirror plate. French c1920s H86cm x W65cm
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1920s French An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Palmwood

Palmwood Mirror
Palmwood Mirror
H 33.86 in W 25.6 in D 1.97 in
An Antique English Regency Gold Gilt Overmantel Mirror
Located in London, GB
A Regency Gilt wood Overmantle mirror from the earlier part of the 19th century, with its origianl
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1830s English Regency An Antique Mirror

Materials

Giltwood

Large Continental Mirror
Located in Southall, GB
A large and impressive antique mirror with an ornate gold gilt and heavily decorated frame with
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19th Century An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror

Large Continental Mirror
Large Continental Mirror
H 64.5 in W 21.5 in D 4 in
19th Century Distortion Mirror
Located in Brecht, BE
An unusual and very chic distortion mirror, with beautiful walnut wooden frame.
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Late 19th Century French An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

19th Century Distortion Mirror
19th Century Distortion Mirror
H 27.56 in W 21.26 in D 2.76 in
Italian Repousse Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A rare find! An amazing 19th century Italian repousse mirror that is six feet high and four feet
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19th Century Italian An Antique Mirror

Materials

Metal

Italian Repousse Mirror
Italian Repousse Mirror
H 80 in W 47 in D 1 in
Antique Japanned Mirror
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
An Antique Japanned Wall Mirror, a rare item that stands as a testament to the exquisite
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Late 19th Century European Queen Anne An Antique Mirror

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Mirror, Wood

Antique Japanned Mirror
Antique Japanned Mirror
H 52 in W 24 in D 1 in
Antique Louis Philippe Mirror
Located in Nashville, TN
This 19th century Louis Philippe mirror is truly unique! Silver Louis Philippe style mirrors are
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1880s French An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror

Antique Louis Philippe Mirror
Antique Louis Philippe Mirror
H 21 in W 17 in D 1.5 in
19th Century French Mirror
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a beautiful 19th century French mirror. It features an intricate hand carved floral and
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1880s French An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror

19th Century French Mirror
19th Century French Mirror
H 31 in W 27 in D 2 in
Antique Gilded Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Antique gilded mirror with decorative carvings. The diameter is 25" and the depth is 3.5
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19th Century An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror

Antique Gilded Mirror
Antique Gilded Mirror
H 25 in Dm 25 in
19th c. Italian Giltwood Mirror with Original Mirror Plate
Located in Wichita, KS
An elegant, Italian mirror, finely carved with beautifully aged original giltwood and original
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood, Wood

Mahogany Beveled Shield Mirror
Located in Malibu, CA
Originally a dressing mirror, this stunning mahogany beveled mirror has an very interesting shape
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Early 20th Century An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Mahogany Beveled Shield Mirror
Mahogany Beveled Shield Mirror
H 18.5 in W 14.75 in D 1.75 in
Octagonal Faceted Venetian Mirror
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage octagonal faceted Venetian mirror with two beautiful bands of detailed mirrored plates
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Early 20th Century An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror

Octagonal Faceted Venetian Mirror
Octagonal Faceted Venetian Mirror
H 44 in W 33 in D 3 in
Antique 19th Century Pale French Louis Philippe Mirror with an Ornate Crest
Located in Casteren, NL
A beautiful antique mirror that originates in France, circa 1860. The mirror has the rounded upper
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe An Antique Mirror

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Gesso, Mirror, Pine

Charming vanity mirror, table swivel mirror, bronze marble, Empire, 1820, France
Located in Wien, AT
Charming table mirror, a high quality work, made around the 1820s in France. The stand is out of
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1820s French Empire An Antique Mirror

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Marble, Bronze

Antique French Giltwood Mirror
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning and extremely well made antique French gilt wood mirror, dating from around
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1860s French Rococo An Antique Mirror

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Mirror, Giltwood

Antique French Giltwood Mirror
Antique French Giltwood Mirror
H 35.04 in W 26.78 in D 3.15 in
An Antique French Louis XV Style Gold Gilt Mirror
Located in London, GB
A very good quality early 19th century French gilt mirror in the Louis XV manner. Unusually shaped
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Early 19th Century French Louis XV An Antique Mirror

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Giltwood

Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror
Located in New York, NY
The circular convex mirror plate within a black slip and molded giltwood surround, surmounted by an
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Early 19th Century English Regency An Antique Mirror

Materials

Wood, Mirror, Giltwood

Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror
Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror
H 48 in W 37 in D 11 in
Antique Satinwood Painted Toilet Mirror
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
Antique satinwood toilet mirror. An exceptional serpentine front satinwood and faux painted
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Mid-19th Century English An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Satinwood

Antique French Mirror Oak Framed Hanging Wall Mirror Beveled Rectangular
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Antique French Rectangular Framed CARVED Oak Hanging Beveled Wall Mirror with Wood Back
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1920s French Renaissance Revival An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Art Deco Mirror, 1920, Material: Iron and Mirror, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Amaizing mirror Material: iron and mirror Style: Art Deco Country: France If you want to live in
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1920s French Art Deco An Antique Mirror

Materials

Iron

Louis XV Giltwood Mirrored Girandoles
Located in New Orleans, LA
This incredibly rare pair of Louis XV-period giltwood mirrored girandoles capture the grandeur
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18th Century French Louis XV An Antique Mirror

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

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An Antique Mirror For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal an antique mirror for your home. A an antique mirror — often made from wood, glass and mirror — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect an antique mirror — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A an antique mirror is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Rococo, Arts and Crafts and Regency styles are sought with frequency. A well-made an antique mirror has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Albert Bartholome, Anton Pospischil and Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin are consistently popular.

How Much is a An Antique Mirror?

A an antique mirror can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,500, while the lowest priced sells for $278 and the highest can go for as much as $180,000.
Questions About An Antique Mirror
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can tell if a mirror is antique through a number of indicators. For example, most antique mirrors are quite small in size, measuring no more than 2 feet. Additionally, antique mirrors will show signs of sports or discoloration. Many antique mirrors will have bubbling or waves in the glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique mirror is a mirror of considerable age that has historical significance or is in great demand due to its beauty or rarity. Oftentimes, you’ll hear an antique be defined as any item that is more than 100 years old, but this is not a specific measurement of an antique nor is it a requirement. Shop a collection of antique mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a mirror is antique, check the glass to see if it's wavy or has any imperfections. Modern glass tends to be perfect. While this can be a clue, it might just signify that the mirror is old, not antique. Another thing to check for is the reflective coating on the back of the glass to see if it has begun oxidizing and has any age scratches. Finally, check out the frame to see if it has the appearance of age. Shop a large collection of antique mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020

    Repairs and replacements can go toward devaluing any piece of antique or vintage furniture, and any modifications or repairs done to a centuries-old mirror should be handled by experts and executed with care. Because antique Venetian mirrors were handcrafted by Italian artisans and can in some cases be hundreds of years old, it is strongly recommended that you consult with experts in the field of restoring antique or decorative mirrors in the event that your piece should require restorative work.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A half mirror is a reciprocal mirror, which is reflective on one side and transparent on the other side. A half mirror is also known as a half-silvered mirror, one-way mirror, semi-transparent and two-way mirror. Shop a collection of antique and vintage half mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A bullseye mirror is a decorative, circular, convex mirror. A mirror of this type can introduce more depth and personality to any room. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage bullseye mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A bevelled mirror is a type of mirror with edges that are cut to look as if the mirror has a framed-edge around it. This process makes the edges around the mirror thinner than the ¼” thickness of the mirror's middle portion.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket mirror is a small personal grooming accessory used to check your appearance or apply makeup while traveling. It is usually round and has a hinged lid. Some also hold pressed powder or foundation. This type of pocket mirror is sometimes called a compact. On 1stDibs, shop a range of pocket mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Murano mirror is a mirror made with glass crafted on the Italian island of Murano. The island has a rich glass-making history that stretches back over 1,000 years. Shop an array of beautiful Murano mirrors from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A mercury mirror is a type of wall mirror that features mercury glass inside of a decorative frame. Mercury glass is the term for two panes of glass separated by silvering material. Early examples feature real mercury, while ones produced after the 1840s usually substitute silver nitrate. On 1stDibs, shop a range of mercury mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A floating mirror is a huge round mirror with two geometric elements that appear to be floating within its surface. When installed, floating mirrors are attractive and create depth and dimension. Shop a range of antique and vintage floating mirrors on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A federalist mirror is a type of wall mirror used for checking your reflection or purely for decorations. The mirrors date back to the dawn of the U.S. A number of manufacturers produced them from 1776 to 1806. Most feature elements of neoclassical style like fluted frames. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of wall mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A facet mirror is a mirror designed in an intentionally artful way, intended to be a talking piece in your décor. Designs range from circular rounds, to stacked rectangles and even art deco styles. Shop a range of facet mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A compact mirror is a small metal case, usually round in shape, which can be flipped open. The top part has a mirror and the base half is filled with compact powder, along with a puff. This handy cosmetic product is widely used today. On 1stDibs find a variety of compact mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    An Eglomise mirror is a mirror created using the historical technique of painting glass with gold and silver leaf. This technique is typically used to create decorative glass and wall mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pier mirrors are mirrors that are placed on a supporting wall between two windows, sometimes in the same shape and style as the window itself. You’ll find a collection of pier mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, mirrors can indeed be shipped. The trick to packing them is to have the mirror and frame suspended by packaging, not just wrapped in bubble wrap. You’ll find a large variety of mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs. And yes, you can even get them delivered.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019

    A trumeau mirror, which first appeared in France during the 18th century, take their name from the French word for the wall between two windows, which is where they are hung. Typically tall and narrow, they  are also called pier mirrors.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    An infinity mirror is composed of a pair of parallel mirrors placed so they create a series of increasingly smaller reflections that appear to recede to infinity. These pieces are typically used as room accents and in artwork, not for practical purposes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020

    While polished metal mirrors have existed since ancient times, glass Venetian mirrors are thought to have first been produced on the Venetian island of Murano, in Italy, beginning in the 1500s (some research points to 1300 for Venetian mirrors). Set in ornate frames frequently bedecked with gold highlights or floral leaf designs, Venetian glass mirrors were handmade by artisans using refined, expert techniques for royalty and for members of the upper class. By the 17th century, Venetian mirrors were in high demand. Because antique Venetian glass mirrors are still very popular today, there are many knockoffs on the market. Today’s authentic Venetian mirrors are still produced only on the island of Murano.