19th Century Belgian Painted Crest Hall Mirror Plasterwork Gesso Stucco Flowers
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A very elegant late 19th century mirror bought in Belgium, featuring an elaborate wood and plasterwork surround with faded paint wood finish, and a desirable, lightly foxed glass mir...
Gesso, Stucco, Plaster, Mirror
Sold|$3,482
19th Century French Pitch Pine Framed Mirror
Located in Brecht, BE
Love this pitch pine framed French mirror with beautiful old foxed mercure mirror glass.
Wood
Sold|$1,505
Brass Framed Late 19th C. Brasserie Mirror
Located in London, GB
French brass brasserie mirror. Rare & Unusual smaller size. Original foxed & sparkly mercury mirror plate.
Brass
Sold|$2,595
French 19th Century Gold Gilt Square Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Wonderful almost square mirror, differing by less than a half inch. All carved and gold gilt with original mirror, heavily foxed. 1820's
Sold|$1,019
Long Oval Art Deco Brass Wall Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Long oval Art Deco brass wall mirror The mirror has a decorative Art Deco motif on the top and bottom of the brass Mirror frame The mirror glass is original and in good condition...
Brass
Petite 19th Century French Gilt Trumeau Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
The mirror has a decorative age darkened gilt frame, the glass has very slight foxing but not serious The Mirror is 34” tall and 14” wide and 2” deep THM41.
Giltwood
Rococo French Or Italian Looking Glass Mirror
Located in Nashville, TN
In matte and water gilt finishes. The mirror plate with foxing , diamond dust and other disintegration
Napoleon III French Carved Gilt Wall Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
This is an elegant French mirror, the frame has a carved pediment with the finials on either side at the top and a decorated turned column at each side of the looking glass The mirr...
Giltwood
EXQUISITE ROUND ANTIQUE CIRCA 1920'S BUTLERS WALL MiRROR BOUGHT IN LYON FRANCE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale absolutely stunning foxed glass Convex butlers mirror purchased from Lyon France Please note the delivery ...
Mirror
Sold|$5,466
A Very Large Giltwood Rococo Antique Mirror
Located in London, GB
The large crest of foliage, flowers and classical Rococo motif. The mirror with some foxing. A great quality and size Italian mirror
Giltwood
French 19th Century Ribbed Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Rich with foxing and sparkles, the mirrored mercury glass provides the icing on this sumptuous gilded French cake!
Silver Leaf
Rococo style gilt gesso rectangular wall mirror
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Rococo style gilt gesso rectangular wall mirror. Mild foxing to the glass which adds character and age.
Giltwood
Sold|$13,614
A Monumental French Gilt Cushion Panel Mirror
Located in London, GB
A huge carved giltwood and gesso cushion mirror with bevelled foxed plates. The top pediment of Acanthus, C scrolls, Foliate and Shells on Trellis.
Giltwood
Large totally original Georgian Mahogany wall mirror
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very fine, rare totally original Georgian wall mirror. The foxed mercury plate is a lovely feature as is the flame mahogany boarder and the strung detail around the edge.
Mahogany
Sold|$3,215 / set
Pair of 19th Century Italian Giltwood Sunburst Mirrors on Stands
Located in Southampton, GB
Pair of Italian Giltwood Sunburst Mirrors on Stands. Also known as a Monstrance. Age related wear to the gesso, original mirror with light foxing.
Giltwood
Circular Regency Gold Gilt Wood Tailors Mirror
Located in Hastings, GB
A stunning and very rare gilt gesso over wood circular tailors mirror, with superb foxed mercury plate, dating to the early 19th century.
Gesso, Wood
French 19th Century Transitional Gold Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
The glass is mercury glass, original to the mirror, with minimal foxing and sparkles. The gold gilt is lustrous, with brilliant metallic glow.
Gold
19th Century Flemish Faux-Tortoiseshell and Ebonised Mirror
Located in London, GB
A carved ebonised wood and faux tortoiseshell mirror, with its original mirror plate, beautifully foxed.
Large Late 19th C. Mercury Brass Bistro Mirror
Located in London, GB
Lyonnais brass bistro mirror Original foxed mercury glass mirror plate.
Brass
18th Century Venetian Carved Wood Pierced Mirror
Located in Southampton, GB
An elegent Venetian, Carved Wood Mirror with original foxed plate. Over time the gesso and paint has worn away to reveal the amazing carved detail.
Wood
Long Oval Art Deco Gilt Brass Wall Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Long Oval Art Deco Gilt brass wall mirror The Mirror is Oval it is in brass and has decorative Art Deco Rococo Gilt decorations on the frame with a bevelled glass mirror The mirr...
Brass
Long Oval Art Deco Gilt Brass Wall Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Long Oval Art Deco Gilt Brass wall mirror The Mirror is Oval it is in brass and has decorative Art Deco Rococo Gilt decorations on the frame with a bevelled glass mirror The mirr...
Brass
Sold|$5,550 / set
Pair of French 19th Century Louis Philippe Mirrors
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
The silver gilt finish has recently been restored, bringing back a vibrant silver gilt glow. The mirror glass is original and light foxing is found throughout both mirrors.
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
The original glass remains intact and adds great character with some foxing visible in the mirror. The glass is trimmed in a wonderful beaded motif.
Giltwood
Large Nineteenth Century English Rococo Revival Wall Mirror
Located in London, GB
Large 19th century Rococo Revival wall mirror, the well-foxed asymmetric plate surrounded by c-scrolls, the gilded frame comprised of further c and s scrolls, acanthus flourishes and...
18th C. Carved Giltwood Marriage Mirror from France
Located in Atlanta, GA
Retaining its original mercury glass with a beautifully timeworn shimmer and subtle foxing, the mirror not only reflects light but also history.
Giltwood
Neat sized 19th century antique gilded over mantle mirror
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Charming mid 19th century French gilded over mantle mirror Circa 1860’s with original mirror plate and backboards Few blemishes Some foxing to the mirror plate Height Width
Giltwood
Antique Overmantel Mirror, English, Rosewood, Glass, Rectangular, Regency, 1820
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Generously sized and pleasingly foxed Displaying a desirable aged patina Rosewood shows fine grain interest and rich russet hues Original, silvered mercury mirror plate with desir...
Rosewood
Large 19th Century Italian Faux-Bois Painted Ripple Mirror
Located in London, GB
A large early 19th century faux-bois painted ‘ripple’ frame mirror with attractively foxed mercury glass plate.
Mercury Glass, Oak
Antique Guilt wood and Gesso Rococo style wall mirror
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Antique Guilt wood and Gesso Rococo style wall mirror, slight foxing to the glass giving it real character and charm.
Gesso, Giltwood
ANTIQUE MIRROR WITH DISTRESSED EBONISED CRACKLE FRAME, 19th CENTURY
Located in Bristol, GB
Overall it is in good vintage order, the frame is naturally worn which makes it what it is, there is some foxing to the mirror plate but it is original and still very usable.
Wood
Small Antique Platform Mirror, English, Rosewood, Dressing Table, Toilet
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Delightful color and patina to the attractive rosewood timber Desirable light foxing to the original, bevelled mirror plate Adjustable angle held in place by turned knobs Well e...
Rosewood
William and Mary Oyster Veneered Olive Wood Cushion Mirror
Located in Hastings, GB
An outstandingly beautiful William and Mary oyster veneer olive wood cushion mirror. The frame is complete, with no losses and the original foxed beveled mirror plate.
Wood
English Oval Beveled Alcove Mirror with Silver Gilt Frame (H 24 1/4 x W 9 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
The mirror with light foxing to the glass - commensurate to its age and use.
Silver Leaf
19th Century French Zinc Oeil De Boeuf, Bull’s Eye Zinc Dormer Window Mirror
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Antique condition. Foxed mirror plate. Ready to be hung. Measurements: H 31” x W 30” x D 6” Weight: 17 lbs.
Zinc
Antique Triptych Mirror, Italian, Gilt Gesso, Overmantle, Hanging, circa 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Generously sized, attractive mirror Displays a desirable aged patina Radiant gilt gesso in very good order Traditional, heavy plate glass displays coveted light foxing Ornate c...
Gesso
Original Antique Large Faux Bamboo Frame Mirror, France c.1920s
Located in Bristol, GB
Original thick mirror plate with slight amount of foxing giving the mirror a wonderful genuine aged appearance.
Oak
Sold|$5,911 / set
Pair of 18th Century Dutch Ripple Moulded Ebonised Octagonal Mirrors
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A finely carved diminutive pair of 18th Century Dutch ebonised ripple moulded octagonal mirrors. The heavily foxed mercury octagonal plates within a giltwood ripple moulded slip with...
Mercury Glass, Wood
French Pair of 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
With the same silver gilt and light etched motif of flowers and leaves, pearl banding surrounds the original mercury mirror glass. See the detailed photos as one mirror glass has mor...
Original Antique Large Faux Bamboo Frame Mirror, France c.1920s
Located in Bristol, GB
No damage, slight losses to a couple of corners as pictured. Original thick mirror plate with the perfect amount of foxing giving the mirror a wonderful genuine aged appearance.
Oak
Sold|$4,720 / set
Rare Set of 5 English Chemist Shop Silvered Glass Mirrors
Located in Southampton, GB
Beautiful and rare set of 5, British silvered glass mirrors . Original heavy foxing. The plates were salvaged from a chemist shop fit in England Bespoke bull nose ebonised frames...
Pine
Antique Oval Mirror, English, Gilt Gesso, Mercury Plate, Georgian, circa 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Superb Georgian mirror Displays a desirable aged patina Rich hues to gilt gesso frame Desirable foxing to mercury mirror plate Domed oval frame decorated with a perimeter braid...
Gesso
A Pair of Narrow Edwardian Walnut Mirrors A very attractive pair
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Narrow Edwardian Walnut Mirrors A very attractive pair of narrow mirrors with attractive Walnut frames, they are long and thin and good sturdy chains to hang from, the mi...
Walnut
Antique Wall Mirror, French, Gilt Gesso, Oval, Ornate, Victorian, circa 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Showing desirable light foxing to the original mirror plate and bold gilt gesso forms, this is a fine addition to any wall.
Gesso
Antique Decorative Wall Mirror, German, Oval, Black Forest, Victorian circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Desirably aged, lightly foxed, the mirror is as useful today as it was over 100 years ago.
Plaster
Antique Butler's Mirror, English, Rosewood, Dome Top, Wall, Victorian circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
The light foxing to its mirror plate is a desirable quality and the rosewood beams beneath the wax polish finish.
Rosewood
Antique Wall Mirror, Mid-Sized, Italian, Gilt Frame, Vanity, 19th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Rich golden tones to the serpentine frame Scrolled foliate relief interest to each corner Surmounted by a faux cabochon in foliate and floral mount Desirably lightly foxed, shaped...
Giltwood
Georgian Chippendale Gilt Mahogany Hoho Bird Fretwork Pier-glass Wall Mirror
Located in Leeds, GB
Back fitted with chain for hanging. Original mirror plate with small yet pleasing amount of foxing.
Mahogany, Giltwood
Antique Wall Mirror in Oak Frame, Late Victorian, English, circa 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Attractive grain interest highlighted with the dark stained finish Pierced mounts of carved 'C' scrolls, shells and foliate swags Ebonized and highlighted in gold Bevelled mirr...
Oak
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Bamboo Étagère Mirror With Japanned Panels
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
The composition is both sculptural and functional, with tiered shelves designed for the display of small objects, porcelain, or decorative accessories. Original mirror plates remain ...
Bamboo, Rattan, Plywood
Large 19th Century George II Style Wall Mirror Mahogany Giltwood Carved
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
A large striking 19th century George II style mahogany and gilt frame mirror. Featuring the original, bevelled edge mirror with some foxing within a carved egg and dart outer frame.
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century French Rocaille Patinated Metal on Wood Beveled Wall Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
H Very good antique condition, the expected light wear to the surface and verso. Minor foxing to the mirror, a slight bend to the top finial.
Metal
Oak and Pine Jewelry / Shop Display Cabinet or Table Vitrine, Early 20th Century
Located in Nijmegen, NL
The top, sides and front are made of glass and the back of the doors have old foxed mirrors.
Oak, Pine
Stunning 19th C Italian Eglomise Starburst Mirror in Carved Wood and Gilt Gesso
Located in Hastings, GB
An extremely rare and beautiful late 19th century Italian carved wood mirror with gesso and gilt paint. The star shaped frame is profuse with blue eglomise glass panels that sit arou...
Gesso, Stained Glass, Wood
Sold|$4,096
Large 19th Century Gilt Overmantle Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Retaining its original lightly foxed and aged mirror plate. This striking mirror will make a statement in any interior.
Mirror, Giltwood
Sold|$1,200
Frink Reflector Pendants
By I.P. Frink
Located in Peekskill, NY
The ring of 17 cut fluted glass panels is one of Frinks signature details. The metal finish and foxed mirror glass is what make this example special.
Hardy Scissor Lamp with Parallax Mirrored Shade
By F.A. Hardy & Co.
Located in Peekskill, NY
The finish has a wonderful patina showing foxed mirrors, original dark gray shade with checked paint and a copper washed scissor arm.
The road from early innovations in reflective glass to the alluring antique and vintage mirrors in trendy modern interiors has been a long one but we’re reminded of the journey everywhere we look.
In many respects, wall mirrors, floor mirrors and full-length mirrors are to interior design what jeans are to dressing. Exceedingly versatile. Universally flattering. Unobtrusively elegant. And while all mirrors are not created equal, even in their most elaborate incarnation, they're still the heavy lifters of interior design, visually enlarging and illuminating any space.
We’ve come a great distance from the polished stone that served as mirrors in Central America thousands of years ago or the copper mirrors of Mesopotamia before that. Today’s coveted glass Venetian mirrors, which should be cleaned with a solution of white vinegar and water, were likely produced in Italy beginning in the 1500s, while antique mirrors originating during the 19th century can add the rustic farmhouse feel to your mudroom that you didn’t know you needed.
By the early 20th century, experiments with various alloys allowed for mirrors to be made inexpensively. The geometric shapes and beveled edges that characterize mirrors crafted in the Art Deco style of the 1920s can bring pizzazz to your entryway, while an ornate LaBarge mirror made in the Hollywood Regency style makes a statement in any bedroom. Friedman Brothers is a particularly popular manufacturer known for decorative round and rectangular framed mirrors designed in the Rococo, Louis XVI and other styles, including dramatic wall mirrors framed in gold faux bamboo that bear the hallmarks of Asian design.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, mid-century modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary mirrors. Today’s simple yet chic mantel mirror frames, for example, often neutral in color, owe to the understated mirror designs introduced in the postwar era.
Sculptor and furniture maker Paul Evans had been making collage-style cabinets since at least the late 1950s when he designed his Patchwork mirror — part of a series that yielded expressive works of combined brass, copper and pewter — for Directional Furniture during the mid-1960s. Several books celebrating Evans’s work were published beginning in the early 2000s, as his unconventional furniture has been enjoying a moment not unlike the resurgence that the Ultrafragola mirror is seeing. Designed by the Memphis Group’s Ettore Sottsass in 1970, the Ultrafragola mirror, in all its sensuous acrylic splendor, has become somewhat of a star thanks to much-lauded appearances in shelter magazines and on social media.
On 1stDibs, we have a broad selection of vintage and antique mirrors and tips on how to style your contemporary mirror too.
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.
In "Object Permanence 4," on view at the 1stdibs Gallery, Emma Holland Denvir and Leah Ring have brought together pieces that range from polished to playful.
A new generation of creative minds is reinventing the use of clay through sculptural forms and bold ideas.
Leading talents tell us what goes into their mirrored creations and where to put them on a wall.
These are the fairest of them all.