Fabulous Vintage Serge Roche / Dorothy Draper Large Plaster Mirror
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated 1951 on the mirror on the reverse. A period exuberant large plaster form. Style of Serge
Plaster
Large Plaster Shell Form Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Large plaster shell form mirror. The mirror has a decorative textured shell formed frame and is in
Mirror, Plaster
Large Round White Plaster Mirror With Bead Edge
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A large round white plaster mirror with bead detail at the mirror's edge and the frame edge. The
Plaster
$11,568 / item
H 49.22 in W 34.26 in D 1.78 in
Large Modernist Sculptural Wall Mirror “Fractal”, Handcrafted in Bronze Plaster
By Benediko
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
Fractal Mirror is artfully hand-sculpted in plaster, where sensuality is expressed through its patina — a
Metal
$17,038
H 82.29 in W 50.4 in D 3.15 in
18th Century, Large Italian Baroque Wood and Plaster Lacquered Mirror
Located in IT
18th Century, Large Italian Baroque Wood and Plaster Lacquered Mirror This large and refined
Plaster, Wood
$1,410Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.65 in W 27.56 in D 2.17 in
Large Plaster Baroque Mirror in the Style of Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in Brussels, BE
Fine baroque mirror, plaster on a wood base. France around 1940.
Plaster, Wood
$2,295
H 41.5 in W 37.5 in D 2 in
Art Deco Hollywood Regency Neo Classic Foliate Large Scale Round Plaster Mirror
By Serge Roche
Located in Topeka, KS
plaster mirror in the style of Serge Roche. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and
Mirror, Plaster, Paint
$11,900
H 38 in W 44 in D 2.5 in
Rare, Large, French Hand Made, Surrealist Plaster Mirror, Attr. Serge Roche 1930
By Serge Roche
Located in New York, NY
Rare, large, dramatic, hand-made French Plaster Mirror attributed to Serge Roche. The mirror / wall
Mirror, Plaster
White Plaster Frame Large Thick, 1940s
Located in Dallas, TX
This thick, large wooden frame is hand carved and painted in a white plaster like paint to match
Plaster, Wood
$10,728 / item
H 86.62 in W 25.6 in D 1.97 in
Sabbia Nero Large Wood And Mineral Lime Plaster Floor Mirror by Dennis Kaiser
Located in Geneve, CH
Sabbia Nero Large Wood And Mineral Lime Plaster Floor Mirror by Dennis Kaiser Dimensions: D 5 x W
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
$10,728 / item
H 86.62 in W 25.6 in D 1.97 in
Sabbia Large Wood And Colored Mineral Lime Plaster Floor Mirror by Dennis Kaiser
Located in Geneve, CH
Sabbia Large Wood And Colored Mineral Lime Plaster Floor Mirror by Dennis Kaiser Dimensions: D 5 x
Plaster, Wood, Mirror
Large Round ‘Man in the Moon’ Wall Mirror
Located in Bradenton, FL
A large round embossed ‘Man In The Moon’ wall mirror. The plaster frame is scallop shaped with a
Mirror, Plaster
Midcentury French Large Gilded Convex Wall Hanging Mirror
Located in Torquay, GB
Midcentury French convex wall mirror circa 1970s. Large sized, with a gilded cast plaster surround
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Large Rococo Style Wall Mirror, circa 1850
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Large Rococo style wall mirror circa 1850 in original condition with signs of usage.
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Large French Gilt Starburst or Sunburst Mirror (Diameter 25)
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely large French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror with round mirrored glass center in a
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Giltwood
Large French Rectangular Gilt Wall Mirror (52 1/4 x 26 1/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large French gilt rectangular wall mirror, with original glass, featuring a decorative
Gold Leaf
$4,950
H 47.25 in W 39 in D 2.25 in
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror from France (H 47 1/4 x W 39)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large Louis Philippe gilt wall or hall or mantle mirror featuring a lovely moulded frame of
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
Large Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror (H 62 3/4 x W 37 1/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine tall Louis Philippe wall or dressing console mirror from France, featuring a moulded
Silver Leaf
$3,650Sale Price|20% Off
H 69 in W 35 in D 3 in
Large Water Gilt Austrian Rococo Style Mirror with Winged Lion, circa 1900
Located in Houston, TX
Large Rococo Revival or Second Empire style mirror from France, circa 1880. Expertly handcrafted
Giltwood, Plaster, Wood
Pair of Medium Large Oval Gold Gild Leaf Pattern Frame Mirrors
By Fortunoff
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of nice circa 1990s oval gold white wash finish mirrors.
Plaster
Large Painted Trumeau
Located in Washington, DC
A large painted trumeau with a plaster chariot decoration on the top.
Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Paint
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (H 59 x W 38 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large Louis Philippe arch top wall mirror from France, featuring a moulded surround with a
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (H 52 7/8 x W 39)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large Louis Philippe arch top wall or overmantle mirror from France, featuring a moulded
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood, Gesso
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (H 53 1/4 x W 38)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large French arch top wall or overmantle mirror from the Louis Philippe period. Featuring a
Gesso, Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
Blue and White Bamboo Shell Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Blue and white bamboo shell mirror. Vintage American large bamboo frame mirror in plaster white
Shell, Wood, Mirror
$9,165
H 61.82 in W 31.11 in D 3.15 in
Large Art Nouveau Mirror with Lotus Flower Decor, France, Early 1900s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Rare and beautiful large, gilt plaster mirror, with a decor of lotus flowers, irises and scrolling
Beech
Oval Fluted Mirror - Large
Located in Oak View, CA
This minimalist hand-cast reinforced gypsum mirror is a top-quality Ian C.R. Martin Studio piece
Mirror, Plaster
Large French Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Composition over wood with molding on the inside edge and flowers, ribbons and a shield in the 4 corners. Old varnish and traces of green on the shields
Wood, Plaster, Gesso
Large Gilded Overmantel Mirror
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Large overmantel with egg and dart decoration to the frame in gilded plaster.
Wood, Plaster
Unavailable
H 63.5 in W 29.75 in D 12 in
Large Gilt and Eagle Decorated Convex Mirror of Very Pleasing Proportions
Located in New York, NY
This mirror retains much of its original gilding and is an early example, probably from the late
Plaster, Giltwood
19th c. French Wood Trumeau Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large wooden trumeau mirror with plaster medallions, capitals and a pastoral scene at the center
Wood, Plaster, Paint, Mirror
Grand Fluyt, Large Objet Trouve Mirror
By Codor Design
Located in Seattle, WA
plaster and gesso, this mirror is the largest of the original objet trouve mirror collection from Codor
Gesso, Plaster
Hand Carved Napoleon III Style Louis Philippe Mirror, Large
Located in Houston, TX
in Biarritz, France and has a lovely beveled edge mirror installed. Beautiful when placed on the wall
Gold Leaf
1970'S Large Plaster Mirror
Located in North Miami, FL
Large plaster mirror from 1970's . Mirror frame is just refished.
Sculptural Artisan Made Plaster Mirror
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Stunning Large hand formed artisan made plaster mirror with a ribbed moulding frame, interesting
Large Gold Mirror
Located in Hudson, NY
Large Gold Mirror
Gold
Dorothy Draper style Baroque Plaster Mirror
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Stamford, CT
Large old plaster mirror in the spirit of Dorothy Draper. Mirror has been replaced.
Large Louis Philippe Gilt Mirror
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror featuring a moulded surround with a lovely foliate
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Large Water gilt wall mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A substantial wall mirror in water gilt - the mirror is composite, I believe plaster with lovely
Wood, Plaster
Large Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe wall mirror featuring a moulded surround with a striated silver
Silver Leaf
Large French Mirror with a Gilt Frame
Located in Dallas, TX
This large French neoclassical style mirror with gilded and beaded frame has a clear mirror in the
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Large 19th Century Giltwood Mirror from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique French, giltwood, rectangular mirror has absolutely stunning ornamentation. At
Mirror, Plaster, Giltwood
Large Scale 19th Century Gilt Mirror
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Scale Gilt Mirror, probably Italian, circa 19th Century. This mirror measures an impressive
Plaster
Large 48" Round Hollywood Regency Polychrome Sunburst Mirror
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Hollywood Regency style beveled mirror in a sunburst gilt and polychrome frame. The gilded
Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
A very large shell mirror
Located in NYC, NY
constructed of a cornucopia of shells in a pattern that accents their varying shapes with large
Shell, Plaster, Wood
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror from France, featuring a lovely moulded surround
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood, Plaster
Large Rectangular Painted Carved Style Mirror
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Large rectangular painted carved style mirror. The frame is wood with a gesso, or plaster
Gesso, Plaster, Wood
Large French Gilt Starburst or Sunburst Mirror (Diameter 29)
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely large French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror, 29 inches diameter with round mirrored
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood, Plaster
Large French Silver and Gilt Sunburst Mirror (Diameter 36)
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror, 36 inches diameter, with round mirrored glass
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood, Plaster
Large 17th Century Giltwood Baroque Mirror from Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
This magnificent and large, oval, giltwood Italian mirror is in the Baroque style. It is highly
Gold Leaf
Large Gilt Mirror with Great Patina - circa 1920's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Large Scale Mirror with Hand Carved Gilt Frame, believed to be circa 1920's. Great patina
Giltwood, Plaster, Mirror
Large French Gilt Starburst or Sunburst Mirror (Diameter 24 1/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely large French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror, 24 1/4 inches diameter with round
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood, Plaster
Large French Gilt Starburst or Sunburst Mirror (Diameter 24 1/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely large French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror, 24 1/4 inches diameter with round
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood, Plaster
Large Mirror Carved Wood France 19th Century
Located in Milano, IT
Large mirror with gold plaster and wooden decoration, France second half XIX century. It is
Mirror, Wood
Large 19th Century English Acanthus Gilt Frame with Beveled Mirror
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century English wall mirror from the Victorian period having a wonderful acanthus decorated
Gold Leaf
Large Louis Philippe Gilt Mirror (H 56 x W 40)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large French gilt mirror in the Louis Philippe style, featuring a lovely etched design
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Large Louis Philippe Gilt Mirror (H 38 1/2 x W 28)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large French gilt mirror in the Louis Philippe style, featuring a lovely etched design
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (H 52 x W 39)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror featuring a lovely moulded surround with line
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
19th Century, Louis XV / Napoleon III Style Large Gilt Mirror
Located in Beaune, FR
Large gilt wood and gilt plaster mirror richly worked in Louis XV rococo style from the Napoleon
Mercury Glass, Plaster, Giltwood
Large French Gilt Rectangular Wall Mirror (52 1/2" x 26 1/2")
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large French gilt rectangular wall featuring a raised, ribbed edge with cream highlights
Giltwood, Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Large Louis Philippe Gilt Mirror (H 49 1/2 x W 35 1/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large French gilt mirror in the Louis Philippe style, featuring a lovely etched foliate
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Large Gilt Eagle Crested Mirror with Great Patina - circa 1940's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Large Scale Mirror with Hand Carved Gilt Frame, circa 1940's. Great original patina to the
Giltwood, Plaster
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (H 55 1/4 x W 40)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror from France, featuring a lovely moulded surround
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
Large French Ornate Rococo Style Gilt Mirror
Located in Buchanan, NY
Very large and ornate giltwood and plaster mirror in the Rococo baroque style with original mercury
Giltwood
Large Louis Philippe Gilt Mirror (H 39 3/4 x W 25 1/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror featuring a lovely moulded surround and an etched
Gold Leaf
Large Wreathed Leaf Garland Mirror in the Style of Serge Roche
Located in Peabody, MA
Magnificent wreathed leaf garland wall mirror in the style of Serge Roche.
Plaster, Wood, Fiberglass, Glass
Louis Philippe Large Silver Gilt Mirror (H 37 1/4" x W 27 1/4")
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe wall mirror featuring a moulded surround and an etched foliate
Silver Leaf
Sold
H 56.13 in W 34.5 in D 2 in
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror From France (H 56 X 34 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror featuring a lovely moulded surround and an etched
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Plaster
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (39 3/4 x W 25 1/8)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror featuring a lovely moulded surround and an etched
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
Sold
H 2.37 in Dm 39.38 in
Set of Two Large Round MCM Vintage Plastered Giltwood Convex Butler Mirrors
Located in Haarlem, NL
) round convex mirrors in relief pearled plastered giltwood frames. Great addition to any wall or an
Glass, Plaster, Wood
Large Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror (H 42 3/4 x W 30 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Louis Philippe wall mirror from France, featuring a moulded surround with a beautiful
Silver Leaf
Sold
H 52 in W 43.5 in D 2.25 in
Large Arch Top Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror from France (H 52 x W 43 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror featuring a lovely moulded surround of patinated gold
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (H 42 1/2 x W 30 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror from France, featuring a lovely moulded surround
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (H 42 1/4 x W 30 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror featuring a lovely moulded surround and an etched
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Plaster
Large French antique gilt wooden chimney mirror, ca 1890
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1890 / chimney mirror / wood and plaster / antique A beautiful large decorated chimney
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (H 40 1/2 x W 30 3/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large Louis Philippe wall mirror featuring a moulded surround with a beautiful patinated
Gold Leaf
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (H 49 3/4 x W 30 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror from France, featuring a lovely moulded surround
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood, Plaster
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror (H 42 1/2 x W 30 1/2)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror from France, featuring a lovely moulded surround
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood, Plaster
Sold
H 74.81 in W 49.22 in D 7.49 in
Large French 19th Century Mirror Carved Gilt wood with Original Mercury Glass
Located in Milano, MI
Large and tall antique carved and gilded wooden mirror with superb original mercury glass measuring
Mercury Glass, Plaster, Giltwood
Sold
H 60.88 in W 31.25 in D 2 in
Large Louis Philippe Gilt Dressing or Console Mirror (H 60 7/8 x W 31 1/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine tall Louis Philippe wall or dressing console mirror from France, featuring a moulded
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
Large Antique Mirror Frames, 1880
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two large Antique picture frames. I replaced the paintings. for new mirrors These frames are
Plaster
Sold
H 44.25 in W 32.13 in D 1.5 in
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror from France (H 44 1/4 x W 32 1/8)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large Louis Philippe gilt wall mirror featuring a lovely moulded surround showing through
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
Sold
H 46.75 in W 36.88 in D 2.25 in
Large Louis Philippe Arch Top Gilt Mirror from France (H 46 3/4 x W 36 7/8)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large Louis Philippe arch top wall mirror from France, featuring a moulded surround with a
Glass, Mirror, Plaster, Wood, Giltwood
Paavo Tynell 'Model 5321' Brass and Rattan Table Lamp
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell 'Model 5321' Brass and Rattan Table Lamp Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1938, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in brass and rattan. The 5321 table la...
Metal, Brass
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$3,800 / item
H 15 in Dm 19.63 in
VOLARE Large Pendant Light in Dark Bronze & Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
Volare draws inspiration from a collection of ornate pendants discovered by founders Kelly and Josh during a family trip to Washington, D.C. Featuring a substantial 20" pressed-glass...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
$8,284 / item
H 29.53 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
“Veris” Sculptural Pendant Light, 26", Handcrafted in White Plaster
By Benediko
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
The ‘Veris’ pendant by Benediko Design is a sculptural lighting piece that embodies organic minimalism. With its clean, architectural silhouette and subtly textured surface, it serve...
Metal
Serge Roche Pair of Large Plaster Sconces, 2 Pairs Available
By Serge Roche
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of plaster sconces by Serge Roche. 1 light, 60 watts Max bulb. US rewired and in working condition.
Plaster
$16,686 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$5,480 / set
H 18 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in
Italian Art Deco Design Crystal Murano Glass Half Moon Bronze Finish Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary customizable Italian Art Deco Design pair of semi circular wall lights, entirely handcrafted, with an antique bronze finish. The nicely scalloped airy brass structure su...
Brass
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE (LARGE) floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its ...
Textile, Wood, Linen, Fiberglass
Fine French Art Deco Walnut Armchair by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jules Leleu: A fine French Art Deco walnut armchair with bronze sabots. Original Aubusson tapestry (in vintage condition).
Tapestry, Walnut
$10,800
H 60.5 in W 48 in D 5 in
Dutch 19th Century Faux Tortoise Black and Amber Mirror with Carved Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Dutch faux tortoise black wall mirror from the 19th century with amber accents, carved frame and protruding corners. Enhance your home decor with this exquisite Dutch faux tortoise...
Other
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Daybed
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
$13,513 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
Elegant Large Scale Venetian Mirror
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Venetian Mirror, Italy, circa 1950s. Retains wonderful original patina. Measures: 62"w x 49"h.
Mirror, Wood
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.
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.