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Italian Venetian Style ‘1940s’ Mirrored and Gilt Trimmed Wall Clock
Located in New York, NY
Italian Venetian style ‘1940s’ mirrored and gilt trimmed wall clock with painted scenes with cupids
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20th Century Italian Wall Clocks

Materials

Mirror

1940s Mirror in Anaconda
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Square wooden mirror in anaconda skin with beveled mirror glass.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors

1940s Mirror in Anaconda
1940s Mirror in Anaconda
H 39 in W 39 in D 1.5 in
1940s Mirrored Tray
Located in London, GB
An oak mirrored tray, with gilt chain handles and frame. France, circa 1940-1950.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Iron

1940s Mirrored Tray
1940s Mirrored Tray
H 3.15 in W 18.12 in D 11.23 in
Clean Lined 1940s Mirror with Nickel Fittings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean lined mirror with nickel fittings, American, circa 1940s. It can be mounted vertically or
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wall Mirrors

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Metal

Clean Lined 1940s Mirror with Nickel Fittings
Clean Lined 1940s Mirror with Nickel Fittings
H 58.75 in W 40.75 in D 1.5 in
French, 1940s Mirrored Nightstand
Located in Buchanan, NY
French, 1940s pink mirrored nightstand with pink glass on top and both side panels.
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Vintage 1940s French Night Stands

Materials

Mirror, Wood

French, 1940s Mirrored Nightstand
French, 1940s Mirrored Nightstand
H 27.75 in W 25.5 in D 12 in
1940s Mirror-Clad Table
Located in Paris, FR
1940s table, with top clad in mirror, egg-shell edge, two cylindrical supports.
Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Mirror

1940s Mirror-Clad Table
1940s Mirror-Clad Table
H 31.5 in W 86.62 in D 35.44 in
1940s Mirrored French Sideboard
Located in Miami, FL
Superb two door Eglomise Mirrored French sideboard. Patinated Wrought iron base , eglomise and
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wrought Iron

1940s Mirrored French Sideboard
1940s Mirrored French Sideboard
H 33 in W 47 in D 17 in
Sophisticated French 1940s Mirrored Table
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Gorgeous vintage mirrored table, from circa 1940s France. Elegant cast iron legs, with lovely gilt
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Vintage 1940s French Center Tables

Sophisticated French 1940s Mirrored Table
Sophisticated French 1940s Mirrored Table
H 19.69 in W 31.5 in D 23.63 in
Modernist Carl Malmsten Pine 1940s Mirror, in the Vibe of Axel Einar Hjorth
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Carl Malmsten
Located in Forest, BE
This is an unusual wall pine mirror. Produced in Sweden around the 1940s. It is a so unique in the
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Pine

Modernist Carl Malmsten Mahogany 1940s Mirror, in the Vibe of Axel Einar Hjorth
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Carl Malmsten
Located in Forest, BE
This is an unusual Mahogany mirror produced in Sweden in 1994 by one of the craftsman students of
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Classic Swedish pine 1940s Mirror with cut edge + metal joinery, 91.5 X 61.5 cm
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Erik Gunnar Asplund, Carl Malmsten
Located in Forest, BE
This is a very classic and elegant mirror with a pine frame. It is a very strong one with some
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Pine

1940's Occasional French Yewwood and Pitchpine Mirror
Located in Brecht, BE
a unique yewwood and pitchpine French 1940's mirror, high quality work and in very good vintage
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Early 20th Century French Wall Mirrors

Materials

Yew

1940s Giltwood Heirloom Mirror
Located in Germantown, MD
Real giltwood ornate mirror from the 1940s. Mirror shows signs of aging appropriate with actual age
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Mid-20th Century North American Baroque Revival Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Hardwood, Giltwood

1940s Giltwood Heirloom Mirror
1940s Giltwood Heirloom Mirror
H 34 in W 22 in D 1.5 in
Fontana Arte, Wall Mirror, Brass, Mirror Glass, Italy, 1940s
By Fontana Arte
Located in High Point, NC
A brass wall mirror designed and produced by Fontana Arte, Italy, 1940s. Mirror with makers
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

French 1940s Carved and Etched Mirror Framed Mirror
Located in Stamford, CT
Purchased in Paris, a 1940s mirror framed mirror with etched and carved decorations with a solid
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Vintage 1940s French Wall Mirrors

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Glass, Wood

Luigi Brusotti Mid-Century Modern Italian Decorated Mirror, 1940s
By Luigi Brusotti, Fontana Arte
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Large Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative mirror by Luigi Brusotti, 1940s Mirror, backlit along
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Mirror, Walnut

Sinuous Etched Shield Shaped Italian Mirror, Italy, 1940s
Located in London, GB
Unique sculptural Italian 1940s mirror. An imposing shield and sinuous shaped etched mirror of
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Deco metal mirror in gold and black color
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian original 1940s mirror. An elegant piece of furniture with a classic taste that harks
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Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal

Deco metal mirror in gold and black color
Deco metal mirror in gold and black color
H 38.19 in W 17.72 in D 1.19 in
Faux Bamboo Mirror in Solid Wood 1940s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Faux Bamboo Mirror in Solid Wood 1940s. Wonderful and old faux bamboo wall mirror in solid wood
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Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Faux Bamboo Mirror in Solid Wood 1940s
Faux Bamboo Mirror in Solid Wood 1940s
H 22.84 in W 18.9 in D 1.58 in
Console in gilt wood. Italy, 1940s.
Located in London, GB
, circa 1940s. *mirror 200 cm H 167 w 15d
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Vintage 1940s Italian Rococo Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Console in gilt wood. Italy, 1940s.
Console in gilt wood. Italy, 1940s.
H 36.62 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in
Pair of French Mid-Century Mirrored Low End Tables
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century (1940s) mirrored low end tables with drawer and brass faux bamboo legs
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco End Tables

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Brass

Pair of Etched Mirrored Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair French circa 1940's mirrored back two-arm sconces with reversed painted blue glass with
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Vintage 1940s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror

Pair of Etched Mirrored Sconces
Pair of Etched Mirrored Sconces
H 17.5 in W 9.5 in D 4 in
Set of Mirror Star Shaped Sconces, Sold in Pairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of four Italian single-light circa 1940s mirrored sconces shaped as stars. Sold in pairs
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Vintage 1940s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of French Eglomise Mirrored Brass Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of two-arm brass French 1940s mirrored eglomise etched wall sconces. Nice detailing including
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Vintage 1940s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Midcentury Mercury Glass Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1940's mirrored lamps with palm tree design. Measurements: Height of body: 18" Height to
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Vintage 1940s Table Lamps

Materials

Mercury Glass

1940's wall mirror
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1940's bi-color glass mirror Very elegant and unusual wall mirror
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Vintage 1940s European Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

1940's wall mirror
1940's wall mirror
H 29.93 in W 22.84 in D 1.19 in
Monumental Venetian Mirror circa 1940's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Monumental Venetian Mirror, Italian, circa 1940's. This is the largest Venetian mirror we have
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Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

1940's Italian Style Venetian Mirror
Located in Doylestown, PA
Large, elegant Hollywood Regency Venetian style mirror with a layered simple frame, circa 1940's
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

1940's Italian Style Venetian Mirror
1940's Italian Style Venetian Mirror
H 35 in W 52 in D 1.25 in
Elegant Wall Hanging Mirror, 1940's
Located in New York, NY
1940s. This beautifully crafted mirror would make a great additional to any room.
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

Elegant Wall Hanging Mirror, 1940's
Elegant Wall Hanging Mirror, 1940's
H 36 in W 60 in D 1.5 in
Elegant Greek Key Mirror circa 1940's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Greek Key Mirror, circa 1940's. Simple, clean lines with wonderful original patina to the
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Italian 1940's Deco Wall Mirror
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in East Hampton, NY
This is a fantastic 1940's era Italian Deco wall mirror with a floating mirror over wood frame
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Italian 1940's Deco Wall Mirror
Italian 1940's Deco Wall Mirror
H 44 in W 31 in D 2 in
1940's Neo-classic carved glass wall mirror
By André Arbus
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1940's carved glass wall mirror showing a draped woman France
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Vintage 1940s European Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

1940's Neo-classic carved glass wall mirror
1940's Neo-classic carved glass wall mirror
H 39.38 in W 23.63 in D 1.97 in
Wooden Gold Sunburst Mirror 1940's Italian
Located in Hastings, GB
A fabulous example of a hand carved, silver and gold gilt Italian sunburst mirror, circa 1940's
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Wooden Gold Sunburst Mirror 1940's Italian
Wooden Gold Sunburst Mirror 1940's Italian
H 22.05 in W 22.05 in D 1.38 in
1940's French Gilt Metal Sunburst Mirror
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A 1940s French Gilt Metal Sunburst Mirror is a vintage mirror with a radiant design, featuring a
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Vintage 1940s French Sunburst Mirrors

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Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Italian Carved Painted Mirror C. 1940’s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940's Italian carved painted mirror with beautiful carved details throughout. There are shells
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Vintage 1940s Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors

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Softwood

1940's Star Giltwood Mirror by Pierre Lardin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pierre Lardin wall mirror with a gilt wood frame ornamented with brass stars circa 1940's Pierre
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass

1940's Star Giltwood Mirror by Pierre Lardin
1940's Star Giltwood Mirror by Pierre Lardin
H 18.12 in W 25.2 in D 1.58 in
1940's French Art Deco Beveled Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's French Art deco beveled mirror with wooden frame
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Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Copper Pink and Silver Mirrored Glass Picture Frame, France 1940s
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning French 1940s mirror picture photo frame features a deep geometric beveling and domed
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Vintage 1940s French Hollywood Regency Picture Frames

Materials

Glass, Paper, Mirror

1940's Sculptural Large Gold And Silver Italian Wall Mirror
Located in New York, NY
1940's large well made and very heavy sculptural gold and silver leaf Italian wall mirror, in
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

1940's Traditional Style Wall Mirror
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1940's Traditional style Hollywood Regency Period Carved Wood Mirror. Nicely detailed.
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Vintage 1940s North American Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

1940's Traditional Style Wall Mirror
1940's Traditional Style Wall Mirror
H 40.5 in W 1.5 in D 25 in
Pair of Bamboo With Pebble Accent Mirrors Circa 1940's
Located in Hudson, NY
Very handsome pair of exceptional bamboo and pebble stone mirrors. Circa 1940's, just full of
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Stone

Large Jacques Adnet Mirror, France 1940's
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
A large and exceptional Jacques Adnet shadowbox mirror, all original glass with brass hardware. It
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

1940's Hollywood Regency Smoke and Clear Mirror
Located in New York, NY
1940's Hollywood Regency smoke and clear mirror. The border of the mirror has silvering in keeping
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

French Arrow Top Mirror 1940's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
French arrow top mirror.
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Vintage 1940s Wall Mirrors

Materials

Hardwood

French Arrow Top Mirror 1940's
French Arrow Top Mirror 1940's
H 42 in W 25 in D 1.5 in
Monumental French Baroque Style Painted & Parcel Gilt Mirror C. 1940's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Monumental French Baroque style mirror, a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship that captures
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Vintage 1940s French Baroque Wall Mirrors

Materials

Paint, Wood, Mirror

Mirror, anonymous, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mirror, anonymous, Sweden, 1940s. Beech wood and mirrored glass. Depth: 4 cm Diameter: 64 cm
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Beech, Mirror

1940's Italian Carved Wood Scrolling Shell Form Gold Mirror
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Vintage Circa 1940s Gold Carved Wood Wall Mirror with Scrolled Shell Form Crown. This
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Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Italian Brass Mirror, 1940s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Brussels, BE
corner (see photos). Mirrors like this one were created in the 1940s in Italy. They are highly decorative.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Italian Brass Mirror, 1940s
Italian Brass Mirror, 1940s
H 16.93 in W 20.08 in D 1.19 in
Ornate Carved and Gilt Wood Mirror, Italian, 1940's-1950's
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautifully carved wood and gilded mirror, having a C scroll and floral design, with original
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Mirror, Europe, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
Wall mirror made in 1940s. Very good original condition. Shipping quote on request
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Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Art Deco Mirror, Europe, 1940s
Art Deco Mirror, Europe, 1940s
H 50.01 in W 22.45 in D 1.19 in
Scandinavian Modern Pewter Vanity Mirror, Sweden Ca 1930 - 1940's
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian modern pewter vanity mirror with a decorative handle, Sweden ca 1930 - 1940's
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Mirrors

Materials

Pewter

Patinated Brass Mirror, circa 1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patinated brass beveled mirror, American, circa 1940s. This mirror was recently removed from the
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal, Brass

Patinated Brass Mirror, circa 1940s
Patinated Brass Mirror, circa 1940s
H 40.75 in W 34.75 in D 2.25 in
Hand Forged Sunburst Mirror, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sunburst mirror in hand forged iron and gilt patina. France, 1940s. This sunburst mirror features a
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Italian 1940's Grand Scale Oval Mirror with Brass Decoration, circa 1940
Located in New York, NY
An Italian 1940's grand scale oblong or oval brass mirror with wonderful brass scroll decoration on
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

1940's Art Deco Era Silver and Antelope Horn Table Mirror
Located in Las Vegas, NV
scale decorative piece circa 1940's. Measure: Stands just 12-1/2" tall.   
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Table Mirrors

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Horn, Wood

Maison Jansen Parcel-Gilt Mirror with COA from James Archer Abbott, 1940's
By Stéphane Boudin, Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-gilt mirror depicting a hand-painted Chinoiserie scene was authenticated by Maison Jansen historian and
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Vintage 1940s Italian Chinoiserie Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Pair of Venetian Hand Blown Glass Murano Mirrors, C. 1940's
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Matched pair of hand blown Venetian glass mirrors by Murano. The mirrors are beautifully etched
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Vintage 1940s Italian Rococo Wall Mirrors

Materials

Blown Glass

1940's Carved wood mirror in the style of Jean-Charles Moreux
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
One of a kind 1940's carved wood mirror showing a ship and dolphins This a typical work from this
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Vintage 1940s European Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Swedish Designer, Wall Mirror, Pewter, Mirror Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pewter wall mirror designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Mirrors

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Pewter

Elegant Scalloped Gilt Mirror, circa 1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant scalloped gilt mirror, Italy, circa 1940s. It measures an impressive 50" H x 39" W. Retains
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Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gesso, Mirror, Wood

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1940s Mirror For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1940s mirror for your home. A 1940s mirror — often made from glass, mirror and wood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a 1940s mirror, we have 8829 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1940s mirror — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A 1940s mirror is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. Grosfeld House, Maison Jansen and Fontana Arte each produced at least one beautiful 1940s mirror that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1940s Mirror?

A 1940s mirror can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,023, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $84,000.
Questions About 1940s Mirror
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    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.