19th Century Antique Cushion Mirror
Located in Tarporley, GB
All original. Slight foxing to the mirror. Beautiful decorative piece.
Late 19th Century Rococo Antique Foxed Mirror
Mirror, Plaster, Oak
19th Century Antique Cushion Mirror
Located in Tarporley, GB
All original. Slight foxing to the mirror. Beautiful decorative piece.
Mirror, Plaster, Oak
French Faux Bamboo Mirror
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C French faux bamboo mirror. Lovely foxing on the original glass plate. 1890.
Faux Bamboo, Mirror
19th Century Louis Philippe Mirror
Located in Nashville, TN
The gold is beginning to fade away in places revealing the red undertone which is an indicator of this piece's true age. The glass of the mirror has some foxing as well which further...
Mirror
Antique French Faux Bamboo Mirror
Located in Hastings, GB
Antique French turned fruitwood faux bamboo mirror Some light foxing to the mirror plate Circa 1900 40.5cm Height, 34cm Width, 3.5cm Depth Mirror Plate 22.5cm Height, 16.5cm...
Mirror, Fruitwood
Vintage 19th Century Convent Reliquary Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
It is in great vintage condition, showcasing a deep, unpolished patina on the brass and minor foxing on the mirror's silvering—characteristics that underscore its authentic antique o...
Brass
Small Early 20th C. Ebonsied Dutch Mirror
Located in London, GB
Foxed & wavy float glass mirror plate.
Mirror, Wood
$890 / set
Pair of 19th C. Small Wavy Glass Mirrors
Located in London, GB
A small pair of 19th C. Black & gilt mirrors. Original lightly foxed wavy glass mirror plate.
Mirror
$3,277Sale Price|20% Off
Early 19th C. Ebonised Tuscan Ripple Mirror
Located in London, GB
An ebonised ripple frame mirror from early 19th C. Tuscany. Beautiful original foxed mercury mirror plate.
Mirror, Wood
19th Century Venetian Octagonal Beveled Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
This cushion shaped Venetian mirror is in good antique condition with naturally occurring foxing.
Mirror
18th Century Tuscan Ebonised Mirror with Original Plate
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Retaining its original mirror plate, now wonderfully foxed giving the mirror depth and character.
Mirror, Wood
19th Century Black and Gold Louis Phillipe Mirror
Located in Nashville, TN
The mirror has mild foxing, one blemish upper right mirror, but is in amazing form and is consistent with its age.
Mirror, Wood
Early 18th Century French Régence Carved Giltwood Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Of particular appeal is the extensively foxed mercury mirror plate. Its remarkable mottled surface, with areas of deep silvering, oxidisation and loss, has developed an almost abstra...
Mirror, Giltwood
Italian Neoclassical Cherry Wood Wall Mirror, 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
Condition: Very good antique condition. Scattered foxing and patina to the mirror plate. Minor surface marks and small losses to the wood frame, stable and structurally sound.
Mirror, Wood
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Gold Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A beaded border surrounds the original mirror plate, which is in good condition with fascinating patterns of foxing throughout–perhaps the mirror’s most striking feature.
Glass, Mirror, Wood
French Early 20th Century Faux Bamboo Symmetrical Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
The turned pine frame features carved rib details to create a faux bamboo effect. The large mirror plate is in good condition with a clear reflection and only minor foxing, consiste...
Glass, Mirror, Pine
1920's Italian Rococo-style Polychrome & Gilt Mirror
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Minor flaking to frame. The mirror glass with foxing, oxidation and silvering loss mentioned for accuracy as the presentation is colorful and exceptional.
Mirror, Wood
Large Regency Irish Giltwood and Ebonised Wall Mirror
Located in Hastings, GB
Foxing to the mirror plate and wear to the frame commensurate with its age.
Gesso, Art Glass, Mirror, Wood
Late 19th Century Gilt and Black Eglomise Wall Mirror
Located in Hastings, GB
A very pretty late 19th century French verre eglomise wall mirror, with gilt gesso corner decoration. The mirror plate gently foxed over time.
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Pair Diminutive Antique Italian Scalloped Gilt Mirrors C.1920
Located in London, GB
Retaining their shaped wooden backboards and warm, naturally aged gilding. The mirrors show light foxing and surface wear consistent with age (Please refer to photos).
Mirror, Giltwood
Distressed French Mirror c. 1920s
Located in Warminster, GB
A carved mirror with heavily foxed plate. French, early 20C.
Wood
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Adding to the visual excitement is the original mirror glass which displays a mysterious veil of foxing.
Silver
A Large Rare Pair Of Early 19th C. Italian Ebonised Ripple Mirrors
Located in London, GB
A rare pair of ebonised ripple frame mirrors from 19th C. Italy. Both with lightly foxed and super sparkly mirror plate.
Mirror, Wood
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Look closely to see the creative efforts made over time to experiment with the metallic luster: painted edges along the outside in a golden yellow, faux burnished wisps of black on t...
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Paint
Regency Gilt Convex Mirror c1820
Located in Batley, GB
A superb early 19th century giltwood convex mirror. The nicely foxed original plate held with an ebonized reeded slip surrounded by a simple frame with 25 unusually squashed flat gil...
Gesso, Mercury Glass, Giltwood
Swedish Art Nouveau Gilt Plaster Mirror with Floral Decoration, Circa 1890
Located in Atlanta, GA
Scattered cracks and minor losses to the modeled plaster decoration, consistent with age and the delicate nature of the construction. The antique beveled mirror plate displays foxing...
Mirror, Plaster
French Gilt Cushion Mirror This Is an Exquisite Piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Gilt Cushion Mirror This is an exquisite piece, it is a fine quality piece and the corner decoration takes the form of acanthus leaves The Mirrors are all original, they ...
Mirror
Early 19th Century Neoclassical Mahogany Wall Mirror Gilt Carved Accents, c.1810
Located in Perkasie, PA
Suggested 1stDibs Keywords Neoclassical mahogany mirror, early 19th century mirror, Empire wall mirror, antique gilt mirror, mahogany wall mirror, foxed antique mirror, French neocla...
Mirror, Mahogany
19th Century French Silver Gilt Bistro Mirror with Mercury Plate, 1880
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
19th Century French silver gilt bistro mirror. With original mercury mirror plate with foxing.
Silver Leaf
Edwardian Wall Mirror with Prints This is a lovely decorative piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Edwardian Wall Mirror with Prints This is a lovely decorative piece, the long 3” scumble finish frame has a central bevelled mirror bordered with very early 20th Century prints on e...
Mirror
Antique French Régence Style Carved Giltwood Wall Mirror
Located in Morristown, NJ
The foxing on the border mirror lends a very attractive patina.
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Antique Victorian Brass Bevelled Wall Mirror, Ornate Design, UK, 1900
Located in Lincoln, GB
Condition Report Very good antique condition, showcasing its ability to withstand the test of time. Foxing to the mirror plate. The wear on the item adds character and charm, making ...
Brass
Large Trumeau Antique Decorative Mirror, Acorn & Oak Leaf Detail French 19th C
Located in London, GB
Please take a look at all our pictures to see the beautiful detail on the frame and also the lovely antique, original plate. The mirror is lightly foxed, as one would expect from an ...
Mirror, Wood
$1,512Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Dressing Mirror, English, Tabletop, Bedroom, Early Victorian, Circa 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Gaze upon this fascinating dressing mirror, with attractive finish Displays a desirable aged patina throughout Select flame stocks present fine grain interest and rich russet hues Or...
Mirror, Wood
19th C English Glazed Shop Fitters Mahogany Display Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890 19th C English glazed mahogany shop fitters display cabinet with original brass T bar handles, foxed mirror, glass shelves & hardware. Excellent quality by ‘Frederic...
Glass, Mirror, Mahogany
19th Century Trompe L'oeil Louis Philippe 'Tiger' Mirror
Located in Hastings, GB
Very unusual to find one with this type of finish, the original foxed mercury mirror plate and back boards. Tiny loss to one corner, a highly decorative item.
Mirror, Wood
Large Antique English Liberty & Co Arts & Crafts Brass Oval Mirror C.1900
Located in London, GB
Height 76.5 cm Width 53.5 cm Depth 3.5 cm Very good condition commensurate of age; minor foxing to bevelled mirror plate, natural surface patina to brass.
Brass
Italian Baroque Giltwood Mirror, c. 1800
Located in Savannah, GA
Distressing and hairline cracks, small losses to the gilding, foxing to the mirror plate.
Giltwood
19th Century French Carved Wall Mirror with Mauve-Pink Finish
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
The weathered texture and running, twisted motif carved in the molding is a fine complement to the hazy foxing within the mirror glass. We believe this item to be in good antique con...
Gold
$1,926Sale Price|20% Off
LOVELY ANTIQUE CHINESE CHINOISERIE GREEN FRAMED MIRROR INC ORNATE HAND PAINTINGs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime, circa 1920's Chinese Chinoiserie wall mirror with original foxed glass plate and pe...
Mirror, Oak
French Empire Trumeau Mirror, Hand-Carved Wood, Gold Gilt, Circa 1820
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
The narrow wooden panel is painted cream with casual distressing of the pigment revealing the wood grain below. Spots of foxing in the mirror plate. View the detailed images.
Mirror, Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Giltwood Trumeau Mirror with Oil Painting
Located in Elkhart, IN
Dimensions: 22.5"W × 4"D × 56.25"H Materials: Hand-carved giltwood, antique mirror glass, oil painting Styles: Louis XVI, French Provincial, Neoclassical, French Country Era: Late 19...
Mirror, Giltwood, Paint
$1,479Sale Price|20% Off
LOVELY ANTiQUE CHINESE CHINOISERIE OVAL FRAMED MIRROR WITH ORNATE HAND PAINTINGS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime, circa 1920's Chinese Chinoiserie wall mirror with original foxed glass plate and pe...
Mirror, Wood
Large Antique English Arts & Crafts Oak Framed Octagonal Mirror C.1920.
Located in London, GB
The original mirror bears some foxing (see photos).
Mirror, Oak
Pair of 19th Century Painted Folk Art Arched Mirrors with Heraldic Lion Crests
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary and rare pair of 19th century arched mirrors, retaining their original hand-painted crest panels and heavily foxed antique glass.
Mirror, Wood, Paint
Antique French Louis XVI Giltwood Mirrors, Hand-Carved, Circa 1800
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
The frames are shaped and caved with squared off corners and a rounded molding of laurel leaf and berries and interior beading. The original mirror plates have foxing and glittering ...
Mirror, Giltwood
Late 19th C Hand Carved Large Black Forest Frame w Mirror Original
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Intricate carvings typical of the time frame (1880-1900) with fruit & nuts boughs and leaves decorating the entire surface. The mirror has foxing and can be replaced for a minimal f...
Mirror, Pine, Black Walnut
19th Century Victorian Parcel Gilt and Ebonized Walnut Mirror with Deep Frame
Located in Doylestown, PA
Great over a mantle or in any room to bring classic richness and warmth. Very light natural foxing to the mirror. Frame is 3.5"W x 3.18"D Mirror is 16"W x 13.63"H
Mirror, Walnut
19th Century French Gold Gilt Mirror, Hand-Carved Wood, Circa 1840
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Curious lines of intermittent foxing across the original mirror glass plate confirm the age, drawing the viewer into the reflection.
Gold Leaf
Large 19th Century Neoclassical Italian Mirror
Located in London, GB
The mirror itself is made of mercury glass and is foxed in areas giving the mirror a warm patina.
Wood
19th Century French Gilt Framed Mirror
Located in Ongar, GB
A lovely 19th century French gilt framed mirror in nice distressed condition with original foxed glass mirror plate.
Wood
Italian Silver-Gilt Crested and Footed Baroque Revival Wall Mirrors, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The expected minor age related surface wear. Light foxing to the mirrors, also age related.
Mirror, Wood
19th C. French Louis XVI Narrow Giltwood Trumeau Mirror with Lithograph of Girl
Located in Doylestown, PA
It is in good condition as the gilt has retained its brilliance while having age-appropriate, faint hairline cracks to the gold and some desirable light foxing to the mirror. Reynol...
Mirror, Giltwood, Glass
$6,028Sale Price|20% Off
An Incredible Rare English Walnut Queen Anne Mirror
Located in London, GB
A rare walnut framed Queen Anne period wall mirror. Beautiful original hand bevelled, heavily foxed & sparkly split mercury mirror plate.
Mercury Glass, Walnut
Late 17th Century Italian Ripple Moulded Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A stunning late 17th or early 18th Century North Italian ebonised and carved ripple-moulded and giltwood mirror. The wonderfully foxed rectangular mercury plate within a carved giltw...
Mercury Glass, Wood, Giltwood
A 19th Century gilt and ebonised pier mirror
Located in Reepham, GB
A gilt 19th Century pier mirror with a decorative ebonised frieze above the original rectangular foxed mercury mirror plate housed in an ebonised reeded slip.
Giltwood
$3,233Sale Price / set|20% Off
FINE PAIR OF ANTIQUE PEWTER LIBERTY'S OF LONDON STYLE ART NOUVEAU WALL MIRRORs
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale absolutely stunning pair of Art Nouveau repoussé Pewter wall mirrors with Antiqued foxed glass panels most l...
Pewter
19th Century French Geometric Tramp Art Mirror
Located in London, London
This antique piece is not only functional but also a statement of historical and artistic significance, perfect for adding a touch of vintage elegance to any space. There is foxing ...
Wood
Large 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Giltwood Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large 18th Century French Louis XVI period giltwood mirror. With original gilding and foxed mercury glass mirror plates.
Giltwood
Early 20th Century English Gilt Painted Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century English gilt painted mirror with great age. Foxing detail to mirror. Wood in original condition.
Giltwood
Grand Scale 19th Century Flemish Ebonised Ripple Frame Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Grand Scale 19th Century Flemish ebonised and carved wood ripple frame mirror. With lightly foxed mercury glass mirror plate.
Wood
Vintage mirrors have long been a measure of craftsmanship, from gilded Rococo frames to the sunburst shapes that became a signature of mid-century design.
Styles to Know
An arched or sunburst mirror reads more decorative, while a plain rectangular frame lets the room around it stand out. Hang one above a vintage vanity or a mid-century modern dresser, or lean a larger floor mirror against the wall as a standalone piece.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Mirror
Foxing and an aged frame usually read as character rather than damage, worth weighing against a listing's condition notes. For placement ideas, our 12 dramatic mirrors feature is a good place to start. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era and designer on record, and the 1stDibs Promise covers each purchase.
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.
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