American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A Federal-style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design.
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A Federal-style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design.
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A Federal-style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design.
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A Federal-style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design.
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A Federal-style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design.
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A Federal-style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design.
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A Federal-style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design.
Mirror, Giltwood
Federal Style Convex Giltwood Bullseye Mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
Federal style convex giltwood bullseye mirror 23 x 2 x 30
Mirror
Antique Federal Convex Bullseye Mirror With Eagle Finial
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The circular gilt finished mirror with convex mirror and fantastic carved and gilt finished eagle form finial. Dimensions: 19 1/2" L, 11 3/8" D, 29 3/4" H Condition: Old repairs to...
Gesso, Mirror, Giltwood
Vintage American Federal Gold Brass Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A Federal-style brass convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above olive branches—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design. The convex glass su...
Brass
Vintage American Federal Gold Brass Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirrors, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A pair of Federal-style convex mirrors crowned with carved eagles, their wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design.
Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century Federal Eagle Bullseye Mirror with Carved Giltwood and Foliate
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent American 19th-century Federal-style bullseye mirror, featuring a richly carved giltwood frame and a dramatic full-body eagle crest.
Giltwood
19th Century Gilt Bullseye Convex Mirror 24" Diameter Great Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gilt bullseye convex mirror, American, 19th century. The glass measures 14.5" diameter.
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Selection of Bullseye Gilt Convex Mirrors 21" Diameter 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of gilt bullseye convex mirrors, American, 20th century. The larger mirror measures 22.5" diameter x 1" depth. The glass measures 17". The smaller mirror measures 20.75" di...
Mirror, Wood
Federal Carved Gilt-Wood Convex Bullseye Mirror
Located in Miami, FL
Federal carved gilt-wood carved convex glass bullseye mirror surmounted with a spread wing eagle.
Wood
19th Century Federal Bullseye mirror
Located in Nashville, TN
This exquisite 19th-century American Federal bullseye mirror is a striking example of classic craftsmanship and design.
Poplar
20th Century Federal Regency Style Eagle Bullseye Rondel Wall Mirror 42"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Federal Bullseye mirror, circa last quarter 20th century.
Mirror
19th Century Federal Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Gorgeous example of a giltwood fully restored Federal mirror with circular cove carved frame with inset gilded spherules, proud eagle at the top that dangles two glistening balls fro...
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Regency style convex bullseye wall mirror featuring a carved eagle with open wings standing on olive branches and 13 small spheres representing the original 13 ...
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Regency style convex bullseye wall mirror featuring a carved eagle with open wings standing on olive branches and 13 small spheres representing the original 13 ...
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Regency style convex bullseye wall mirror featuring a carved eagle with open wings standing on olive branches and 13 small spheres representing the original 13 ...
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Regency style convex bullseye wall mirror featuring a carved eagle with open wings standing on olive branches and 13 small spheres representing the original 13 ...
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Regency style convex bullseye wall mirror featuring a carved eagle with open wings standing on olive branches and 13 small spheres representing the original 13 ...
Mirror, Giltwood
American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A Federal-style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design.
Mirror, Giltwood
Federal Style Bullseye Mirror, Custom Quality
Located in Stamford, CT
A custom quality bullseye mirror with a fabulous perched eagle crest. Fantastic design with bullseye encompassing the glass atop a black circular quality wood with gilt framing depic...
Vintage American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Regency style convex bullseye wall mirror featuring a carved eagle with open wings standing on olive branches and 13 small spheres representing the original 13 ...
Mirror, Giltwood
Vintage American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A Federal or Regency style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American design. The c...
Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century Federal Giltwood Bullseye Convex Mirror Wall Sconce
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century federal giltwood bullseye convex mirror.
Mirror, Wood
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H 35 in W 16 in D 1.25 in
Antique 19th Century American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
An antique Federal or Regency style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American desig...
Mirror, Giltwood
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H 29.5 in W 21.75 in D 2.75 in
Antique 19th Century American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Regency style convex bullseye wall mirror featuring a carved eagle with open wings standing on olive branches and 13 small spheres representing the original 13 ...
Mirror, Giltwood
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H 22.5 in W 14.25 in D 3.25 in
Antique 19th Century American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Regency style convex bullseye wall mirror featuring a carved eagle with open wings and 13 small spheres representing the original 13 colonies around the inside ...
Mirror, Giltwood
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H 31.5 in W 23 in D 1.5 in
Antique 19th Century American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Regency style convex bullseye wall mirror featuring a carved eagle with open wings standing on olive branches and 13 small spheres representing the original 13 ...
Mirror, Giltwood
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H 19.5 in W 14 in D 1 in
American Federal Giltwood and Cream Painted Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Regency style convex bullseye wall mirror featuring a carved eagle with open wings standing on foliate branches and 13 small spheres representing the original 1...
Mirror, Giltwood
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H 34.25 in W 24.5 in D 3.75 in
Antique 19th Century American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
An antique Federal or Regency style giltwood convex mirror crowned with a carved eagle, its wings outstretched above a laurel motif—an enduring symbol drawn from early American desig...
Mirror, Giltwood
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H 44.75 in W 27.5 in D 5.25 in
Oversized Federal Giltwood Bullseye Mirror with Candle Sconces & Eagle Crest
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced Delivery Rates - See Below or Click “Ask The Seller” to Request a Quote*** Oversized Federal Giltwood Bullseye Mirror with Candle Sconces & Eagle Crest, 20thC Measures -...
Mirror, Giltwood
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H 38 in W 24 in D 4.5 in
Antique Federal Giltwood and Ebonized Figural Eagle Bullseye Wall Mirror
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Federal giltwood bullseye wall mirror features spread eagle crest and stylized fanned tail feather apron, ebonized highlights, 19th century Measures - 38" H x 24" W x 4.5"...
Mirror, Giltwood
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H 39.5 in W 30 in D 10 in
Rare Pair Antique American Federal Convex "Bullseye" Mirrors, Circa 1850-1870.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare Pair Antique American Federal Convex "Bullseye" Mirrors, Circa 1850-1870.
Metal
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H 30.5 in W 3 in D 22.25 in
Antique 19th Century Federal Giltwood Convex Bullseye Eagle Acanthus Mirror 31"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th Century gold giltwood bullseye / convex wall mirror featuring a round frame carved with an American eagle with wings outstretched and bunches of acanthus leaves, over a ...
Mirror, Giltwood
Period America Early 19th Century Federal Convex or Bullseye Mirror
Located in Essex, MA
Period American federal convex mirror. Original carved eagle and foliate motif. Original gilding. Original glass. Provenance: Walter Beinecke, Nantucket, Massachusetts.
Gold Gilt Bullseye Federal Style Mirror C. 1900's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome carved gold gilt Federal style mirror with bullseye glass and carved eagle at the top.
Gold
Antique American Federal Style Convex or Bullseye Carved Gold Leaf Mirror
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Rare and important Antique American Federal style convex or bullseye gold leaf mirror with hand carved wood and gesso frame. 6" D (at pediment) Please note very rare seahorse o...
Gold Leaf
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H 36 in W 25 in D 2 in
Antique 19th Century American Federal Giltwood Eagle Bullseye Convex Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic giltwood antique convex round mirror having traditional eagle at the top, deep round frame with internal gold balls and foliage decoration on the outside top edge of mirror. ...
Mirror, Giltwood
Following the Revolutionary War, the American republic referenced the Roman Republic in its designs to celebrate its independence and declare itself a powerful new country. Imbued with neoclassical elements like those being promoted by architect Robert Adam in Great Britain, antique Federal-style furniture was the first distinctly American style in its melding of ancient influences, European aesthetics and national pride.
Dating roughly from 1790 to 1830, the style featured angular furniture with saber legs and smooth surfaces that contrasted with the curvy Rococo style that was previously in fashion. Eagles were common ornamental motifs on Federal-period furniture, as were cornucopia, lyres, garlands and scrolls, adding subtle flair to pieces characterized by clean lines, geometric symmetry, balanced shapes and a sense of grandeur.
Instead of sculptural carvings, authentic Federal-style furniture was adorned with inlays and patterned veneers that showcased the rich character of different grains and types of wood. As social life tended to be informal in the young country, furniture was often lightweight, so it could be easily rearranged in a drawing room or bedroom. Pieces like dining tables with drop leaves and sideboards became popular, replacing larger chests of drawers.
The Federal style varied by region: Artisans in Charleston, South Carolina, decorated chairs with carved backs, for instance, while those in Baltimore, Maryland, preferred painted details. Its major proponents included father-and-son cabinetmakers John and Thomas Seymour in Boston, Duncan Phyfe and Charles-Honoré Lannuier in New York and Samuel McIntire in Salem, Massachusetts.
Find antique Federal tables, mirrors, storage cabinets and other Federal furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
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.