Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mahogany
1890s Sheraton Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Satinwood
18th Century and Earlier English Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
19th Century American Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Pine, Giltwood
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Lacquer
Mid-19th Century French Provincial Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror
19th Century English Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Wood, Glass
19th Century Georgian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Gesso, Mirror, Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century British Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Iron
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Gesso, Giltwood
1880s Art Nouveau Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Giltwood
1870s French Provincial Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Walnut
19th Century Regency Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Giltwood
19th Century Victorian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Giltwood
19th Century French Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mercury Glass, Hardwood
1810s English Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Giltwood
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Marble
Mid-19th Century English Georgian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century Neoclassical Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Wood
19th Century American Empire Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century English Regency Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Gesso, Mirror, Wood
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Giltwood
Late 19th Century American Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Hardwood, Giltwood
Late 19th Century Rococo Revival Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror
19th Century British Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
19th Century American Renaissance Revival Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Walnut, Giltwood, Burl
Early 20th Century French Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Wood, Gesso, Mirror
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mercury Glass, Oak
Late 19th Century Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Wood
1830s English Chippendale Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Giltwood
Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Oak, Wood, Mirror
19th Century French Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Wood
1870s Arts and Crafts Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Oak
Late 18th Century George III Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Hardwood
1810s English George III Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Early 20th Century Louis XVI Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Gesso, Hardwood, Giltwood
Early 1800s English George III Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror
17th Century English William and Mary Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Fruitwood, Sycamore
1890s Italian Baroque Revival Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Wood
Early 19th Century English Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Wood, Paint, Mirror
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century Victorian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Pine
Early 18th Century European Régence Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Walnut
1880s English Moorish Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Boxwood, Walnut
Early 18th Century Italian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Wood
Late 19th Century Unknown Other Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Mahogany
19th Century French Régence Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Giltwood
1920s English Art Deco Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror
18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Copper
19th Century European Regency Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Giltwood
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century English Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Bamboo
1790s Italian Neoclassical Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Pine, Giltwood
Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Mirror, Giltwood
Early 20th Century Antique Mirror Over Fireplace
Brass
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Antique and vintage fireplace mirrors and mantel mirrors are sophisticated, classic pieces of decor, with the large size of fireplace mirrors making them centerpiece objects. They add character to any room and also create the appearance of space. Fireplace mirrors and mantel mirrors, like any well-placed antique or vintage mirror, can act as a source of light and make a room seem bigger than it is.
Fireplace mirrors were once a status symbol, as only the wealthiest could afford these big, beautiful pieces for their homes. In the 1500s and 1600s, the Venetian glass industry produced mirrors that were luxury items. Their painstaking creation was the result of a secretive process using melted tin, limiting their size and availability.
In the late 17th century, French glassmaker Bernard Perrot radically transformed mirrors. By casting glass into large, flat slabs, his work grew into an international market for mantel mirrors. These mirrors were often set in decorated frames.
French homes transitioned to lower fireplaces and mantels so tall mantel mirrors could fit above them. The design of fireplace mirrors reflected architectural trends. Some in the mid-18th century featured paintings, while others had delicate carvings.
By the 1800s, mantel mirrors had become more widely available. This reflected a dramatic change in glass mass-production technology, which made oversize mirrors more accessible, leading to their proliferation across the globe.
Today, mantel mirrors are still highly regarded statement pieces with an enduring reputation for elegance. Their versatility has allowed them to branch out beyond the fireplace. Their reflectiveness allows them to amplify a sumptuous painting in a bedroom or capture the tiling of a bathroom.
From mid-century modern designs to pieces created in Louis XVI style, there is a mirror for every room and every occasion on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An antique mirror is a mirror of considerable age that has historical significance or is in great demand due to its beauty or rarity. Oftentimes, you’ll hear an antique be defined as any item that is more than 100 years old, but this is not a specific measurement of an antique nor is it a requirement. Shop a collection of antique mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a mirror is antique, check the glass to see if it's wavy or has any imperfections. Modern glass tends to be perfect. While this can be a clue, it might just signify that the mirror is old, not antique. Another thing to check for is the reflective coating on the back of the glass to see if it has begun oxidizing and has any age scratches. Finally, check out the frame to see if it has the appearance of age. Shop a large collection of antique mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can tell if a mirror is antique through a number of indicators. For example, most antique mirrors are quite small in size, measuring no more than 2 feet. Additionally, antique mirrors will show signs of sports or discoloration. Many antique mirrors will have bubbling or waves in the glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
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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