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What is on the back of a mirror?
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What is on the back of a mirror varies. Most mirrors feature a metal backing fashioned out of nickel, tin, silver, chromium or aluminum. Manufacturers typically apply film-forming paint to the metal to reduce the risk of corrosion and extend the life of the mirror. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of mirrors.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
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Large 19th Century Louis Philippe Gilt Frame Mirror
Located in Troy, MI
Found in France, this Louis Philippe mirror dates from the 1880s. The gilt wood frame is 54” tall with a subtle etched decorative vine border and inner beaded edge. Mirror does not a...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
French Mirror, Early 20th Century with Original Glass Panels
Located in New York, NY
Antique gold leaf gilt parecloses mirror, originating from France in the late 19th century, circa 1880. Reflecting the Louis XVI or Empire style, this mirror boasts a distinctive fra...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Wall Mirrors
Materials
Gold Leaf
Rare 18th Century Harewood Dressing Table Mirror
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Stunning Quality And Extremely Rare Late 18th Century Harewood Dressing Table Mirror, Having Square Upright Supports To Original Swing Mirror Plate, Over Well Figured Box Base, Wit...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Sheraton Table Mirrors
Materials
Sycamore, Harewood
Ceramic Mirror by Mia Jensen, Signed, Unique Piece, circa 2023
By Mia Jensen
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Black glazed ceramic mirror by Mia Jensen.
Artist signature under the base. Circa 2023-2024.
H : 2.2’ x 10.2’ inches.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Wall Mirrors
Materials
Ceramic
Oval Art Deco Mirror in Patinated Brass and Beveled Glass 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Oval Art Deco Mirror in Patinated Brass, Europe, 1930s.
This is a wonderful oval art deco wall mirror in beautifully patinated brass with intricate details. Versatile shape and size...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Steel Concave Wall Mirror 160cms/ 63"
Located in Farnham, GB
The 63" concave mirror itself creates unique bright reflections which in turn creates the illusion of space.
The mirror is fabricated out of 3mm 304 stainless steel. It's formed and then polished. After extensive polishing the mirror is electroplated and polished once again.
The mirrors create a focal point in any room and help create that "wow' factor.
We also offer this mirror in different diameters up to and including 160 cms /63"
Shipping - the mirror is shipped in a wooden anti-vibration crate for international deliveries.
Please note- due to this mirror being polished by hand there will be slight imperfections/ distortions in the reflections as you can see in the photographs.
We also offer rose gold, silver, red, green and blue concave mirrors...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Convex Mirrors
Materials
Stainless Steel
