Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the convex federal mirror you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
wood,
glass and
giltwood, every convex federal mirror was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect convex federal mirror — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right convex federal mirror, those designed in
Regency,
Hollywood Regency and
Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one convex federal mirror that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Turner Manufacturing Company produced versions that are worth a look.
A convex federal mirror can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,650, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $38,000.
As a decorative piece, an antique or vintage convex mirror draws the eye, thanks to its rounded surface.
Like other kinds of mirrors, a convex mirror can act as a focal point for a room, spicing up a traditional accent wall, for example, or as an art piece hung above a sofa in your living room. The appearance of convex mirrors has changed significantly throughout time, ranging from those in the neoclassical style with a decorative border to futurist convex mirrors with ultrasmooth or rounded shapes.
Convex mirrors were developed in 14th-century Venice and gained popularity across Europe in the following centuries. They were regularly included in portrait paintings from the time, such as Jan van Eyck’s famed Giovanni (?) Arnolfini and his Wife (1434), cementing their status as luxury objects.
The establishment of glassblowing workshops in Europe led to the availability of the dome form for convex mirrors, with the inside often coated with molten lead or tin to create a reflective surface. Even though mirrors have become easier to produce over time, the convex mirror — like any attractive Art Deco mirror, Hollywood Regency–style mirror or dramatic wall mirror — remains a sought-after item.
Find the perfect antique and vintage convex mirror for your home on 1stDibs.