Large 19th Century French Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large 19th Century French silver gilt architectural mirror.
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Wall Mirrors
Silver
Large 19th Century French Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large 19th Century French silver gilt architectural mirror.
Silver
Large Vintage Silver Gilt Swag & Ribbon Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large silver gilded carved mirror in the swag & ribbon motif. This vintage mirror in the Hollywood
Silver Leaf
Large French 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Fine French silver Louis Philippe mirror with lovely beading, and the silver-gilt frame of this
Silver Leaf
Very Large Rare Ebonised and Silver Gilt Irish Waterford Oval Mirror
Located in Sherborne, GB
A very large mid 19th century Irish Waterford Oval mirror with ebonised and silver gilt decoration
Mirror
$1,640Sale Price|30% Off
H 36.62 in W 26.78 in D 1.58 in
Antique Large 19th Century Silver Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror – Quality
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Large Antique late 19th Century Silver Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror – High-Quality Simple Design
Glass
$117,512
H 107.88 in W 69.69 in D 1.97 in
Large Rococo Style Carved Giltwood and Silver Gilt Mirror, circa 1870
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A large Rococo style carved giltwood and silver gilt mirror. Possibly German, circa 1870
Giltwood
$3,895
H 2.25 in Dm 27.25 in
Large French Gold and Silver Gilt Sunburst or Starburst Mirror (Dia 27 1/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large French gilt sunburst (or starburst) mirror with beautifully gilded wooden rays
Silver Leaf
$1,446Sale Price|30% Off
H 31.89 in W 23.63 in D 1.58 in
Antique Large 19th Century Silver and Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror – Quality
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Large Antique late 19th Century Silver and Gilt Overmantle Wall Mirror – High-Quality Simple Design
Glass
Italian Mid 20th C Silver Gilt Scalloped Edge Wall Mirror, Large Scale
By James Mont
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian large-scale silver-gilt wall mirror with a wide scalloped frame. This impressive mirror, at
Wood
$4,950
H 51 in W 34.25 in D 1.5 in
Large Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror with Greek Key Design (H 51 x W 34 1/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large Louis Philippe wall or dressing console mirror from France, featuring a moulded
Silver Leaf
$2,898Sale Price|30% Off
H 72.05 in W 43.71 in D 1.97 in
Antique 19th Century Very Large Quality Ebonised Silver Gilt Floor Wall Mirror
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 19th Century Very Large Ebonised Silver and Gilt Floor Wall Overmantle Mirror – a striking
Glass
$1,930Sale Price|30% Off
H 46.07 in W 35.44 in D 2.37 in
Antique fine quality large silver gilt 19th Century overmantle or wall mirror
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality large silver gilt 19th Century overmantle or wall mirror with a lovely charm
Glass
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
$5,800
H 41.5 in W 33 in D 4 in
Handsome & Large-Scaled English Pickled Beechwood and Silver-Gilt Cushion Mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
The thick and robust beechwood frame with silver-gilt accents surrounding the original antiqued
$8,757
H 55.12 in W 39.38 in D 6.7 in
Antique 19th century large oval gold and silver leaf gilt French mirror
Located in Casteren, NL
On offer here is a large antique oval mirror that was made in France in the second half of the 19th
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
$5,500Sale Price|20% Off
H 51 in W 35 in D 2 in
Large Dutch Neoclassical Style Silver and Gold Gilt Repoussé Oval Mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
surmounted by a bold ribbon above an oval frame adorned with laurel leaves and pinwheel bosses all in a finely detailed repoussé metalwork
Metal
$4,900
H 62.63 in W 39.5 in D 2 in
Fine Large Italian Rococo Silver-Gilt Carved Antique Wall Mirror circa 1870
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ITALIAN ROCAILLE-CARVED SILVER-GILT WALL MIRROR IN THE ROCOCO TASTE Probably Northern Italian circa
Glass
$4,952
H 43.31 in W 29.14 in D 1.58 in
Large Antique French Overmantel Mirror, Silvered Carved Oak Wood, circa 1940
Located in Paris, FR
Large antique French silvered wood overmantel mirror, circa 1940. Antique frame carved oak wood
Silver Leaf
$2,250
H 37 in W 26 in D 2 in
Large Antique French Louis Philippe Silvered Giltwood Mirror – Late 19th Century
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
. Material: Wood, mirror glass Colour: Black with worn gilt and silver patina Dimensions (in inches): Height
Mirror, Giltwood
$1,737Sale Price|30% Off
H 55.52 in W 33.86 in D 1.97 in
Antique Large Ebonised Silver Gilt Wall Mirror Overmantle Late 19th Century
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique large fine quality ebonised / silver gilt wall mirror or overmantle late 19th Century
Giltwood
$750
H 31 in W 26 in D 1 in
Large Vintage Deknudt Octagonal Beveled Panel Mirror – Silver and Black, Belgium
By Deknudt
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
Large Octagonel mirror by Deknudt, made in Belgium in the 1980s. The mirror features Deknudt’s
Wood
Large Light Brown Washed and Carved Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Large light brown washed and carved mirror circa 1870-1899. Gesso-covered mirror washed in light
Silver Leaf
$2,717
H 49.61 in W 26.38 in D 1.38 in
Large French Art Deco gilded and silvered Oval Mirror, ca. 1910
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1910 / Mirror / wood / Art Deco / Belle Époque A striking early Art Deco oval wall mirror
Wood
Large Antique French Mirror, Silverwood Patinated, circa 1890
Located in Paris, FR
Large antique French silverwood mirror, circa 1890. Antique silverwood frame, gilding to the leaf
Silver Leaf
Pair of Large Early 20th Century French Cafe Mirrors
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A pair of early 20th Century French cafe mirrors in layers of old paint and silver. Frames adapted.
Silver
Large and Impressive Louis XV Mirror
Located in Norwood, NJ
Large and Impressive Louis XV mirror. Painted and gilt mirror of large scale with areas of silver
Silver Leaf
$8,951
H 25.99 in W 16.93 in D 16.15 in
Very Large & Stylish Antique Sterling Silver Table Mirror, Gilt, Asprey, 1920
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, London
Silver Mirror, is elegant in style, with a ribbon and reed border, and the original gilding and wooden
Sterling Silver
$1,500
H 3.38 in W 11.25 in D 18.63 in
Large Antique French Gilt Bronze & Champlevé Enamel Mirrored Plateau or Tray
By Thomire & Cie., F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, large antique French mirrored plateau or centerpiece. In gilt bronze. With twin handles
Bronze, Enamel
$1,026
H 1.78 in W 16.93 in D 14.18 in
Barovier Large Murano Serving Tray in Gold Blown Glass Etched Mirror, Italy 1940
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
specks inside, acid-etched mirror and gilt metal handles. This gorgeous piece was produced in Italy
Metal
Large French Silver Gilt Bistro Mirror c1890
Located in Downham Market, GB
A large, early French silver leaf bistro mirror. A superb early bistro mirror, the thick plate set
Glass, Mirror, Giltwood
Large French Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Stamford, CT
A large French silver gilt mirror. Can be hung both ways.
Wood, Glass
Large Ebonized and Silvered Tabernacle Framed Bevelled Mirror
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Each side features a carved and gessoed caryatid, which is gilt with 18-carat gold that has the
Louis Philippe Large Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Austin, TX
A large Louis Philippe wall mirror featuring a moulded surround and a handsome etched foliate
Mirror
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
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French Louis Philippe large silver gilt mirror with a lightly etched motif of flowers, pearl
Mercury Glass, Hardwood
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French Louis Philippe large silver gilt mirror with a lightly etched motif of leaves and vines
Large 18th Century Italian Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large 18th century Italian mirror with its wonderful original aged silver gilt.
Silver Leaf
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
1960s-1970s Large Silver Gilt Florentine Style Mirror
Located in Miami, FL
Created in either 1969 or 1970, this silver gilt Florentine style mirror is impressive and very
Mirror, Wood
Large Round Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A stunning large round silver gilt wood mirror with the red undercoat slightly visible. Great size
Large Scale English Antique Silver Gilt Wall Mirror
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Large scale English antique silver gilt overmantle/wall mirror with rare shaped bevelled Vauxhall
Silver Leaf
Large 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Troy, MI
Louis Philippe mirror has a silver gilt finish and subtle etched pattern on frame, circa 1880s
Mirror, Giltwood
Large Chunky Silver-Gilt Faceted Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome large mirror having faceted stacked geometric design, bevelled mirror and silver gilt
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 Gilt Wood Louis Philippe Mirror With Silver Leaf Gilt Crown
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1860s large Louis Philippe mirror has a gilded frame with beaded edges and a beautifully
Gesso, Wood
Large 19th Century Silver Gilt Bistro Mirror
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Large 19th century silver gilt bistro mirror with original mercury plate glass. The mirror could be
Mercury Glass
Large Silver Gilt Faux Bamboo Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carved and gilded silver faux bamboo mirror.
Large Art Deco Ebonized and Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in London, GB
A large Art Deco mirror with ebonized frame with silver gilt detailing and small scrolling pediment.
Silver Leaf
Vintage Silver& Gilt Carved Large Round Wall Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just in! This Silver& Gilt Carved Large Round Wall Mirror This large, nearly four foot, 46
Wood
Large Magnificent Silver Gilt Acorn and Leaf Motif Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Absolutely elegant, very large beautifully carved silver gilt acorn and leaf motif mirror having a
Giltwood
Large Italian Glass Border Mirror with Silver Gilt Frame
Located in London, GB
A large 1950s Italian mirror of rectangular form, with segmented mercury glass borders, all framed
Silver Leaf
Large Silver Gilt Mahogany Wall Mirror
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Large quality silver gilt and mahogany wall mirror mid-20th century. This is a lovely unusual
Giltwood
Large Carved Gilt Gold and Silver Scalloped Edge Mirror
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A large carved gold gilt wood mirror with silver gilt scalloped edging, visually creating an
A Large Italian Neoclassical Walnut and Silver Gilt Wall Mirror
Located in Atlanta, GA
in solid walnut and having a deep molded edge, the inner layer in silver gilt
Silver
Large French Rectangular Silver Gilt Wall Mirror (52 1/2 x 26 3/4)
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large French silver gilt rectangular wall mirror, with original glass, featuring a
Silver Leaf
Silver-Gilt Round Convex Mirror
Located in Montreal, QC
A large and unusual silver-gilt round convex mirror decorated with a faux painted malachite border
Glass
Sold
H 49 in W 41.75 in D 3 in
Large Spanish Neoclassic Silver Gilt Mirror, 2nd Quarter of the 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
The rectangular frame covered in silver gilding and having raised moldings and a sizable cove, the
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 41.34 in W 30.71 in L 41.34 in
Antique Large 19th Century Silver Gilt and Gold Finish Overmantle Wall Mirror
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique large 19th century silver gilt and gold finish overmantle wall mirror. A charming mirror
Giltwood
Large Louis Philippe Silver Leaf Mirror with Beaded Trim
Located in Troy, MI
Large silver gilt Louis Philippe mirror with subtle etched border of leaves and flowers and beaded
Mirror, Wood
Large Silver Fluted Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Large silver fluted mirror containing original mercury mirror. Frame hand-carved in a fluted Louis
Silver Leaf
Sold
H 72.45 in W 39.77 in D 2.76 in
Large Antique French Ebonised & Silver Gilt Floor Or Overmantel Mirror
Located in London, GB
A Stunning Antique French Ebonized & Silver Gilt Floor or Overmantel Mirror, Circa 1892 This
Mirror, Pine
Monumentally Large Neoclassical Carved Silver Giltwood Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Magnificent and very large silver gilt neoclassical mirror having original aged mirror with subtle
Giltwood
Large Dorothy Draper Style Carved Silver Swag Ring Wall Mirror
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large Mid-Century Modern silver giltwood wall mirror with swag and round ring motif. (Overall size
Wood, Mirror
Magnificent Large Italian Giltwood Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
These stunning Italian mirrors make a dramatic statement with the distressed yet sophisticated gilt
Mirror, Wood
Large Antique Louis Philippe French Mirror in Silver, Late 19th Century
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
. Back panel is missing. Ready to hang. Material: Wood, mercury mirror glass Colour: Silver gilt
Mercury Glass, Mirror, Wood
Sold
H 74.5 in W 42 in D 7.5 in
Large Silver Leaf Louis Philippe Mirror with Elaborate Crown and Beaded Edges
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1850s large silver gilt Louis Philippe mirror with tall, open work shell and floral form
Gesso, Mirror, Wood
Sold
H 31 in W 24 in D 2 in
Large Antique Louis Philippe French Giltwood Mirror in Silver and Gold, 19th Cen
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
An enchanting antique Louis Philippe French mirror, dating to the late 19th century. The mirror
Mirror, Wood
Large 19th Century Hand-Carved Giltwood Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Large 19th century hand-carved giltwood mirror with original or early mirror glass.
Mirror, Giltwood
Large Louis XVI Period Mirror
Located in Doylestown, PA
A fabulous and large Louis XVI period mirror with a giltwood frame, retaining its original mercury
Wood, Glass
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A beautiful, large Louis Philippe silver gilt mirror from 19th century, France. This Classic mirror
Large Gilded Mirror with and Octagonal Designed Border
Located in Dallas, TX
A gilt wood mirror in the neoclassical or Regency style with an octagonal style border and antiqued
Glass, Wood
Large Circular Early Isabel Tennant 23-Carat Gold Leaf Mirror
Located in Highclere, Newbury
Large, rare and unique early Isabel Tennant 23-carat gold leaf circular mirror dating from 1996
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Sold
H 51.5 in W 42 in D 2 in
Pair of Large Italian Carved Wood and Mecca Frames Now Mirrors, Mid-18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of hand-carved silver gilded (mecca) wood frames now made into mirrors with aged glass.
Silver
Sold
H 3.5 in W 50.5 in D 24 in
Wonderful French Regency Large Doré Gilt Bronze, Empire Mirrored Plateau
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French Regency/Empire large doré gilt bronze Ormolu three-piece/part mirrored plateau
Bronze
19th Italian Louis XVI gilded mirrors
Located in Dallas, TX
pr of well carved 19th Louis XVI gilded hand carved large mirrors. Silver gilt and gold gilt design
Wood
Large Brass Framed Mirrored Vanity Tray
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Large rectangle shape brass framed mirrored interior vanity tray with exterior floral design
Brass
Sold
H 4.34 in W 32.68 in D 22.05 in
Large French Empire Mirrored Centerpiece or 'Surtout de Table', circa 1810
Located in Berlin, DE
An Empire mirrored oval centerpiece, a so called 'surtout de table', with its original mirror
Copper, Bronze
Very Large Empire Period Ormolu Bronze Surtout De Table
Located in New York, NY
Finest quality and very large early 19 century French 1st Empire period ormolu bronze four section
Bronze
17th Century Italian Silver Gilt Frame with Mirror, Large-Scale
Located in Stamford, CT
glass mirror. The wide Roman molding and original silver gilding give the frame a contemporary feel
Wood
Louis Philippe Large Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Louis Philippe wall mirror featuring a moulded surround and an etched foliate
Silver Leaf
French, 19th Century Silver Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A gorgeous, large silver gilt mirror, made in France, circa 1880. This tall, wide mirror is done in
Silver
A Large Silver Gilt French Bistro Mirror
Located in London, GB
A Large Silver gilt Bistro mirror with stepped bordered frame and bevelled plate mirror glass
Giltwood
Sophisticated Large Elegant Antique Silver Gilt Rectangular Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An elegant large antiqued mirror having silver gilt substantial 19th century frame and wooden back
Mirror, Wood
Large 19th C Silver Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror
Located in Troy, MI
Found in France, this late 19th century silver gilt Louis Philippe mirror dates from about 1890
Silver Leaf
Large Cast Metal Silver Gilt Scroll Frame Mirror
By Arthur Court
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large decorative silver gilt cast metal scrolls wall mirror.
Metal
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Orbis Minimalist Round Mirror with a Brass Frame, Large
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Minimalist Orbis™ round mirror with an elegant solid brushed brass frame. The detailing and finish, including visible brass screws, emphasise the crafty and quality feel of the mirro...
Brass
Florentine Gilt and Painted Wall Mirror, Italian, Classic Style, 1950s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Florentine Gilt and Painted Ribbon Wall Mirror, 1950s, Italy. Charming classic style Italian gilded Florentine gold and cream wood mirror. Perfect piece to be used formally or inform...
Glass, Wood, Giltwood
Modern Murano Glass Oval Mirrors with Brass Trim
Located in Dallas, TX
Very fine modern Murano glass oval mirrors with brass trim. Beautiful depth and color to this glass. A fabulous decorative element! Note: Price listed is per item.
Mirror, Murano Glass
Mid 20th Century Venetian Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
A Venetian mirror in the classical style from the mid 20th century.
Mirror
Outdoor Metal Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Wrought iron sconce with three (3) glass panes. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not UL Listed. Standa...
Metal
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
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
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
George II Mahogany and Marble Topped Side Table
Located in London, GB
A George II Mahogany and Marble Topped Side Table With beautifully moulded and figured marble top, possibly Alwalton Marble, on plain frieze with cross banded apron on carved cabrio...
Mahogany
Antique Giltwood Draped Swag & Ribbon Windowpane Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
French antique giltwood wall mirror with two carved drapery swags and arch design top with tassels. Mirror has etched windowpanes. Good vintage conditon with normal wear from age and...
Mirror, Giltwood
French Art Deco Wrought Iron Mirror
Located in Long Island City, NY
French Art Deco wrought iron mirror with intricate geometric motifs. The frame has been replated in nickel. The mirror can be used horizontally or vertically. Included with a new bev...
Wrought Iron
$15,544 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
English King by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 60 piece
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
ENGLISH KING (c. 1885) Patterns similar to our English King were first used in France and England late in the eighteenth century and have remained among the most popular styles for>...
Sterling Silver
$117,512
H 76.78 in W 44.89 in D 4.53 in
George III Irish Carved Pine Mirror, Attributed to Francis & John Booker, c.1775
By John Booker
Located in London, GB
Surmounted by a triangular broken arch pediment centred by an urn above a dentil cornice and fluted frieze, the marginal plates within two bold tapering fluted columns with Corinthia...
$4,100 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 39.38 in
Modern Organic Cream Velvet Ottoman with Ostrich Feather Trim by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The modern organic Ostrich Fluff ottoman combines rich tactile materials with sculptural form, designed as the perfect companion to Egg Designs’ Ostrich Fluff lounge chair or as a st...
Velvet, Feathers
On Hold|$1,495 / set
H 34.25 in W 25.75 in D 24 in
Pair of French Louis XVI Style Black and Gold Cane Back Bergeres, Lounge Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 34 1/4in W: 25 3/4in D: 24in SH: 17 1/4in This Pair of French Louis XVI Style Cane Back Bergeres, Lounge Chairs are perfect for you and your home and are a lovely ex...
Upholstery, Wood, Cane
French 19th Century Silver Gilt Louis Philippe Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French 19th century Louis Philippe mirror with an understated, silver gilt frame enhanced by dark oxidation and craquelure texture. Note there are a few cracks and areas of wear wh...
Silver
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.