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The mirror is more than 6,000 years old. Early examples made of polished obsidian rather than glass date back to 4000 B.C. Handheld glass mirrors became popular in ancient Greece during the 5th century B.C. Find a diverse assortment of mirrors from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
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Large Oval Aqua Murano Glass Mirror, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Large Oval Aqua Murano Glass Mirror, in Stock Contemporary oval mirror with a scalloped aqua Murano glass frame and brass accents. Handcrafted by a team of artisans in Venice, Italy....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Collectible Sculptural Organic Mirror in Textured Black Volcanic Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Introducing this wall mirror, a striking declaration of elegance and refinement for your environment. Its expansive dimensions, sinuous contours, and volcanic finish radiate contempo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Resin, Fiberglass

Exceptional Starburst Sunburst Gilded Wood Mirror, Germany circa 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Mid-Century Gilded Wood Sunburst Starburst Mirror — Germany, mid 20th Century A gorgeous starburst or sunburst mirror crafted from gilded wood, showcasing radiant mid-century design...
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Sunburst Mirrors

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Mirror, Giltwood

Art Deco Illuminated Shaving Mirror by Le Mirophar Brot, 1930s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Art Deco Illuminated Shaving Mirror by Le Mirophar Brot, 1930s A charming and ingeniously designed illuminated shaving mirror, crafted in the 1930s by the renowned French manufactu...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Mirrors

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Barovier Wall Mirror in Blown Murano Glass and Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular and incredibly rare Murano mouth-blown glass mirror. This striking mirror was produced by Barovier in Italy during the 1940s. In amazing condition, with no chips or crac...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Gio Ponti Inspired Freeform Wall Mirror, Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.2
Located in London, London
Elegant mid century style wall hanging mirror with a solid brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. Inspired by the celebrated work of Italian designer Gio Ponti. Designed and m...
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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass, Bronze

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