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Pair of Mirrored Candle Sconces with Repoussé Frames, c. 1900
Pair of Mirrored Candle Sconces with Repoussé Frames, c. 1900

Pair of Mirrored Candle Sconces with Repoussé Frames, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This pair of wall mounted candle sconces are designed in the style of the English Arts & Crafts

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Candle Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Vintage Pair of Italian Wall Sconces with Grindstone Decorated Mirror
Vintage Pair of Italian Wall Sconces with Grindstone Decorated Mirror

Vintage Pair of Italian Wall Sconces with Grindstone Decorated Mirror

Located in Prato, Tuscany

pair of Italian wall sconces; each consists of a frame with a light and delicate shape, made from a

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tommi Parzinger Pair of Mirrored Sconces with Brass Candleholders, 1950s
Tommi Parzinger Pair of Mirrored Sconces with Brass Candleholders, 1950s

Tommi Parzinger Pair of Mirrored Sconces with Brass Candleholders, 1950s

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of mirrored sconces with brass candleholders and accents by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Lacquered Wood Sonces with Mirror, Set of Two
Early 20th Century Lacquered Wood Sonces with Mirror, Set of Two

Early 20th Century Lacquered Wood Sonces with Mirror, Set of Two

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Lovely pair of white sconces with mirror in lacquered wood. The mirror is antique, the reflected

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Poplar

Pair of Continental Mirrored Sconces with Candelabra Arms
Pair of Continental Mirrored Sconces with Candelabra Arms

Pair of Continental Mirrored Sconces with Candelabra Arms

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of continental mired sconces with brass candelabra arms from the mid-19th century.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass

A Pair of Italian Wall Sconces with Shaped Mirrored Back Plates

A Pair of Italian Wall Sconces with Shaped Mirrored Back Plates

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Italian 2 light wall sconces with shaped mirrored back plates having carved and etched

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror

Pair of Monumental Dome Archway Mirrors with Bronze Sconce
Pair of Monumental Dome Archway Mirrors with Bronze Sconce

Pair of Monumental Dome Archway Mirrors with Bronze Sconce

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of monumental dome archway mirrors with bronze sconce. A pair of Hollywood Regency styled dome

Category

Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Floor Mirrors and Full-Lengt...

White Mirror with Wall Sconces by Kada Oudainia for Glustin Luminaires
White Mirror with Wall Sconces by Kada Oudainia for Glustin Luminaires

White Mirror with Wall Sconces by Kada Oudainia for Glustin Luminaires

By Kada Oudainia

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

the French 1950s style, rose tinted mirror and two Directional cones sconces.

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mirrored Art Deco Sconces
Pair of Mirrored Art Deco Sconces

Pair of Mirrored Art Deco Sconces

Located in Dallas, TX

pair of glamorous green iron sconces with mirrored backs, Art Deco

Category

Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of Gilt Wood Mirrored Sconces
Pair of Gilt Wood Mirrored Sconces

Pair of Gilt Wood Mirrored Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1950’s French carved and gilt wood sconces with mirror backs. Measurements: Height

Category

Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror

Pair of Italian Mirrored Sconces with Elegant Beaded Armature and Scrolls
Pair of Italian Mirrored Sconces with Elegant Beaded Armature and Scrolls

Pair of Italian Mirrored Sconces with Elegant Beaded Armature and Scrolls

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of Italian 20th century two-light mirror-back crystal sconces. This pair of Italian sconces

Category

20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Pair of Mirrored Two-Arm Sconces
Pair of Mirrored Two-Arm Sconces

Pair of Mirrored Two-Arm Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of bronze and mirrored two-arm sconces with reverse painted decoration. View

Category

Vintage 1940s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Ceramic Wall Sconce with Blue Glaze by Denis Castaing
Ceramic Wall Sconce with Blue Glaze by Denis Castaing

Ceramic Wall Sconce with Blue Glaze by Denis Castaing

By Denis Castaing

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A ceramic wall sconce with blue glaze by Denis Castaing (born in 1967). Perfect original

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Wall Mirrors

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Venetian Etched Mirrored Sconces
Pair of Venetian Etched Mirrored Sconces

Pair of Venetian Etched Mirrored Sconces

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Glamorous pair of Venetian etched mirrored electrified sconces with bronze arms and wood backing.

Category

20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Mirrored Sconces
Pair of Mirrored Sconces

Pair of Mirrored Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1940s reversed painted mirrored double light sconces with Chinoiserie decoration and gilt

Category

Vintage 1940s Wall Lights and Sconces

Set of Mirrored Sconces, Sold Individually
Set of Mirrored Sconces, Sold Individually

Set of Mirrored Sconces, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

Set of three mirrored sconces with gilt details etched on mirror. Sold individually

Category

Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Mirror-backed Bronze Sconces
Mirror-backed Bronze Sconces

Mirror-backed Bronze Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1920's French mirrored sconces with single light. 12" height, 4" width & 6" depth

Category

Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Single-light Mirror Sconces

Single-light Mirror Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French circa 1920 one-light sconces with mirrored backs. 6" high, 4" wide & 6

Category

Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Star Shaped Mirror Sconces
Star Shaped Mirror Sconces

Star Shaped Mirror Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A set of star-shaped mirrored sconces with 2 lights each and original patina. 18" height, 16

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Antique Pair of Mirrored-Back Sconces
Antique Pair of Mirrored-Back Sconces

Antique Pair of Mirrored-Back Sconces

Located in Atlanta, GA

Unusual pair of two light lyre-shaped sconces with mirrored backs and crystal pendalogues,

Category

Vintage 1910s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Mirrored Wall Sconces with Rock Crystals
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Mirrored Wall Sconces with Rock Crystals

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Mirrored Wall Sconces with Rock Crystals

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Dramatic pair of vintage Venetian style Italian wall sconces with Classic mirrored backplates

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rock Crystal

Glam Pair of Etched Mirror Sconces
Glam Pair of Etched Mirror Sconces

Glam Pair of Etched Mirror Sconces

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Pair of glamorous 1940s etched mirror sconces with two arms on each and lovely neoclassical design.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror

Baroque Style Wood and Mirror Sconces
Baroque Style Wood and Mirror Sconces

Baroque Style Wood and Mirror Sconces

Located in San Francisco, CA

A pair of Baroque style, carved and gesso wood sconces with mirror backs. Late 19th/early 20th

Category

Early 20th Century Baroque Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Pair of Beveled Glass & Mirror Sconces
Pair of Beveled Glass & Mirror Sconces

Pair of Beveled Glass & Mirror Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1960's American single light beveled glass lantern sconces with mirror backs

Category

Vintage 1960s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror, Glass

Set of 4 Siver Plated Sconces with Mirror Back
Set of 4 Siver Plated Sconces with Mirror Back

Set of 4 Siver Plated Sconces with Mirror Back

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1940's French silver plated sconces with mirror backplates.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Long Mirrored Back Sconces
Pair of Long Mirrored Back Sconces

Pair of Long Mirrored Back Sconces

Located in New York, NY

France, 1950s. A handsome pair of tall neoclassical mirror back sconces with engraved star motif

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Metal Wall Sconces with Antique Mirror Backs
Pair of Metal Wall Sconces with Antique Mirror Backs

Pair of Metal Wall Sconces with Antique Mirror Backs

Located in Stamford, CT

A pair of metal wall sconce with antique mirror backs. Each metal frame having floral and scroll

Category

1990s Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Tall French Mirrored Sconces with Painted Puti
Pair of Tall French Mirrored Sconces with Painted Puti

Pair of Tall French Mirrored Sconces with Painted Puti

Located in Troy, MI

This pair of French sconces were handcrafted from 19th century antique elements. Mirror back, one

Category

Antique 19th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian Giltwood Mirrored Wall Sconces with Eagles
Pair of Italian Giltwood Mirrored Wall Sconces with Eagles

Pair of Italian Giltwood Mirrored Wall Sconces with Eagles

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Pair of giltwood two candle wall sconces with round mirror backs with carved trim, topped with well

Category

20th Century Italian Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Early 20th Century Carved and Gilded Wood Sonces with Mirror, Set of Two
Early 20th Century Carved and Gilded Wood Sonces with Mirror, Set of Two

Early 20th Century Carved and Gilded Wood Sonces with Mirror, Set of Two

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Lovely pair of sconces with mirror in carved and gilded wood. The mirror is antique, the reflected

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Poplar

Hollywood Regency Murano Glass Sconces with Etched Mirrors and Brass Accents
Hollywood Regency Murano Glass Sconces with Etched Mirrors and Brass Accents

Hollywood Regency Murano Glass Sconces with Etched Mirrors and Brass Accents

Located in Astoria, NY

Murano Hollywood Regency sconces with etched glass flowers, twisted glass arms, and brass accents

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Murano Glass, Mirror

Mirrored and Polychrome Two-Light Sconces with Maritime Motif
Mirrored and Polychrome Two-Light Sconces with Maritime Motif

Mirrored and Polychrome Two-Light Sconces with Maritime Motif

Located in Milford, NH

A nice pair of early 20th century sconces with hand-painted nautical scenes of ships and sea

Category

20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mirrored Rock Crystal Sconces
Pair of Mirrored Rock Crystal Sconces

Pair of Mirrored Rock Crystal Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Monumental pair of six-light rock crystal sconces with mirrored back. Macaroni beaded garlands

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Rococo Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Wrought Iron

Pair of Mirrored Candle Sconces with Bubble Motifs and Scalloped Back-Plate
Pair of Mirrored Candle Sconces with Bubble Motifs and Scalloped Back-Plate

Pair of Mirrored Candle Sconces with Bubble Motifs and Scalloped Back-Plate

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of American two-light mirrored candle sconces. This unique pair of sconces is custom-made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

French Pair of Antiqued Mirrored Wall Plaques with Three-Light Candle Sconces
French Pair of Antiqued Mirrored Wall Plaques with Three-Light Candle Sconces

French Pair of Antiqued Mirrored Wall Plaques with Three-Light Candle Sconces

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French pair of mirrors with candle sconces set at center from the early to mid-20th century. This

Category

Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Pair of Giltwood and Mirror Sconces, 19th C. with 3 Nozzles Each
Pair of Giltwood and Mirror Sconces, 19th C. with 3 Nozzles Each

Pair of Giltwood and Mirror Sconces, 19th C. with 3 Nozzles Each

Located in Houston, TX

Beautifully carved giltwood sconces in scrolling design each supporting Arms for three candles

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Large Empire Style Sconces with Blue Mirror and Sphinxes
Large Empire Style Sconces with Blue Mirror and Sphinxes

Large Empire Style Sconces with Blue Mirror and Sphinxes

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1920’s French Empire-style gilt bronze sconces. 30” height, 13” width & 8.5” depth

Category

Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of English Georgian Style Giltwood Mirrors With Girandole
Pair of English Georgian Style Giltwood Mirrors With Girandole

Pair of English Georgian Style Giltwood Mirrors With Girandole

Located in Kent, Dover

A pair of English, carved, gilded and painted Georgian style mirrors, with candle sconces. The

Category

Vintage 1980s English George II Wall Mirrors

Materials

Fruitwood

1900 Caldwell Etched Mirror Single Light Sconces
1900 Caldwell Etched Mirror Single Light Sconces

1900 Caldwell Etched Mirror Single Light Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1900's Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with one light. Available 2 pairs

Category

Antique Early 1900s American American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Modernist Wall Sconces In Mirror
Pair of Modernist Wall Sconces In Mirror

Pair of Modernist Wall Sconces In Mirror

Located in Doylestown, PA

A nice pair of rectangular mirror wall sconces each with a single arm in aluminum, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Italian Florentine Sconces with Mirror by Bartolozzi & Maioli 1970 circa
Pair of Italian Florentine Sconces with Mirror by Bartolozzi & Maioli 1970 circa

Pair of Italian Florentine Sconces with Mirror by Bartolozzi & Maioli 1970 circa

By Bartolozzi & Maioli

Located in Milano, MI

mirrored wall lights, large size polychrome sconces painted with bordeaux and green accents and silver-leaf

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Silver Leaf

Pair of Caldwell Mirrored Sconces, Circa 1920s
Pair of Caldwell Mirrored Sconces, Circa 1920s

Pair of Caldwell Mirrored Sconces, Circa 1920s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell mirrored backplate sconces with bird’s design on mirror . In very

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror

Pair of Caldwell Mirrored Sconces, Circa 1920s
Pair of Caldwell Mirrored Sconces, Circa 1920s

Pair of Caldwell Mirrored Sconces, Circa 1920s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of 1920’s Caldwell mirrored sconces with two bronze arms. In very good vintage condition

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror

Pair of Caldwell Mirror Sconces, circa 1920s
Pair of Caldwell Mirror Sconces, circa 1920s

Pair of Caldwell Mirror Sconces, circa 1920s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of Caldwell mirrored backplate sconces with two lights and flowers on the sides. In very

Category

Vintage 1920s American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Painted Neoclassical Style Mirrored Italian Sconces, Pair
Painted Neoclassical Style Mirrored Italian Sconces, Pair

Painted Neoclassical Style Mirrored Italian Sconces, Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of painted and parcel gilt carved wood mirrored sconces with Greek key design. The sconces

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Giltwood

Pair of Mirror & Crystal Sconces
Pair of Mirror & Crystal Sconces

Pair of Mirror & Crystal Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Beveled Mirror & Nickel Sconces, with Hanging Crystal Pendants.

Category

20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

1920’s Caldwell Silver Plated Mirrored Sconces
1920’s Caldwell Silver Plated Mirrored Sconces

1920’s Caldwell Silver Plated Mirrored Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell mirrored backplate sconces (silver plated) with two lights. In

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Silver

Pair of Mirrored Chinoiserie Sconces
Pair of Mirrored Chinoiserie Sconces

Pair of Mirrored Chinoiserie Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1920s mirrored double light sconces with Chinoiserie decoration on the etched mirror

Category

Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

A Large Pair Of Louis XVI Sconces With Mirror Backs
A Large Pair Of Louis XVI Sconces With Mirror Backs

A Large Pair Of Louis XVI Sconces With Mirror Backs

Located in Hixson, TN

A very nice pair of Louis XVI painted sconces with multi piece mirror back and rosette dividers

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood, Gesso

1920’s Small French Etched Mirrored Sconces
1920’s Small French Etched Mirrored Sconces

1920’s Small French Etched Mirrored Sconces

Located in New York, NY

pair of circa 1920’s French Etched mirrored small silver plated sconces with two lights

Category

Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

19th Century, Venetian Mirror and Bronze Sconces
19th Century, Venetian Mirror and Bronze Sconces

19th Century, Venetian Mirror and Bronze Sconces

Located in Wichita, KS

Pair of large scale antique mirror glass Italian sconces with three arms. They retain their

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Mirrored Back Sconces
Pair of Mirrored Back Sconces

Pair of Mirrored Back Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of etched mirror backplated 2 light sconces with bronze arms. 13" height, 8" wide, 5.5

Category

Early 20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of French Mirrored Sconces
Pair of French Mirrored Sconces

Pair of French Mirrored Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1950s French mirrored star-shaped sconces with a rope design. Measurements: Height 12

Category

Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Large Mirrored Sconces
Pair of Large Mirrored Sconces

Pair of Large Mirrored Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1940's English single-light patinated bronze sconces with mirror backplates

Category

Vintage 1940s English Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Louis XIV Style Mirrored Sconces
Pair of Louis XIV Style Mirrored Sconces

Pair of Louis XIV Style Mirrored Sconces

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A pair of Louis XIV style mirrored brass sconces with three candleholders, the mirror framed in

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

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Mirror With Sconces For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of mirror with sconces is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, metal and mirror, all mirror with sconces available were constructed with great care. We have 241 antique and vintage mirror with sconces in-stock, while there are 8 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of mirror with sconces available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Louis XVI and Art Deco mirror with sconces are consistently popular styles. Tekna, F.A. Hardy & Co. and Grosfeld House each produced beautiful mirror with sconces that are worth considering.

How Much are Mirror With Sconces?

Mirror with sconces can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,715, while the lowest priced sells for $220 and the highest can go for as much as $26,000.
Questions About Mirror With Sconces
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A candle sconce is a wall fixture for candles that is used as a decorative element nowadays. On 1stDibs, shop from a range of antique and vintage candle sconces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A sconce fixture is a wall bracket used to hold a lamp that typically projects light upwards.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Plug-in sconce is a light fixture that is attached to a wall but has an external cord that must be plugged directly into a wall outlet. It has a switch at the fixture. It is much easier and less expensive to install than hard-wired sconces, but the trade-off is that the cord hangs down and is visible. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and modern plug-in sconces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    A light that hangs on a wall is called a sconce due to its linguistic history. The term originated from the Old French term esconce, which means "lantern" or "hiding place." In turn, the word sconce has its roots in the Latin root word for "to hide," abscondere. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of sconces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    Sconces, which project soft light, are typically found hanging in hallways and bathrooms but can serve a function in any room of the house.

    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    For hanging wall sconces, you should measure between 60”-70” from the floor. If you plan on installing multiple sconces traditionally they are spaced 6’ apart.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Although trends in lighting design do come and go over time, sconces generally remain in style. Many people find that sconces provide a way to increase the level of illumination while enhancing the visual appeal of both interiors and exteriors. The fact that sconces can provide uplight, downlight or multidirectional light adds to their enduring popularity. Explore a collection of sconces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A plug-in wall sconce is perfect for upgrading the lighting of the room without investing in hardwired fixtures. It can be easily mounted on a wall without having to call an electrician for rewiring purposes. This sconce will amazingly blend with traditional as well as contemporary décor. Shop a range of antique and vintage plug-in wall sconces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, mirrors can indeed be shipped. The trick to packing them is to have the mirror and frame suspended by packaging, not just wrapped in bubble wrap. You’ll find a large variety of mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs. And yes, you can even get them delivered.
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    An Eglomise mirror is a mirror created using the historical technique of painting glass with gold and silver leaf. This technique is typically used to create decorative glass and wall mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020

    While polished metal mirrors have existed since ancient times, glass Venetian mirrors are thought to have first been produced on the Venetian island of Murano, in Italy, beginning in the 1500s (some research points to 1300 for Venetian mirrors). Set in ornate frames frequently bedecked with gold highlights or floral leaf designs, Venetian glass mirrors were handmade by artisans using refined, expert techniques for royalty and for members of the upper class. By the 17th century, Venetian mirrors were in high demand. Because antique Venetian glass mirrors are still very popular today, there are many knockoffs on the market. Today’s authentic Venetian mirrors are still produced only on the island of Murano.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019

    A trumeau mirror, which first appeared in France during the 18th century, take their name from the French word for the wall between two windows, which is where they are hung. Typically tall and narrow, they  are also called pier mirrors.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pier mirrors are mirrors that are placed on a supporting wall between two windows, sometimes in the same shape and style as the window itself. You’ll find a collection of pier mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A compact mirror is a small metal case, usually round in shape, which can be flipped open. The top part has a mirror and the base half is filled with compact powder, along with a puff. This handy cosmetic product is widely used today. On 1stDibs find a variety of compact mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket mirror is a small personal grooming accessory used to check your appearance or apply makeup while traveling. It is usually round and has a hinged lid. Some also hold pressed powder or foundation. This type of pocket mirror is sometimes called a compact. On 1stDibs, shop a range of pocket mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A bevelled mirror is a type of mirror with edges that are cut to look as if the mirror has a framed-edge around it. This process makes the edges around the mirror thinner than the ¼” thickness of the mirror's middle portion.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A floating mirror is a huge round mirror with two geometric elements that appear to be floating within its surface. When installed, floating mirrors are attractive and create depth and dimension. Shop a range of antique and vintage floating mirrors on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A federalist mirror is a type of wall mirror used for checking your reflection or purely for decorations. The mirrors date back to the dawn of the U.S. A number of manufacturers produced them from 1776 to 1806. Most feature elements of neoclassical style like fluted frames. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of wall mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A facet mirror is a mirror designed in an intentionally artful way, intended to be a talking piece in your décor. Designs range from circular rounds, to stacked rectangles and even art deco styles. Shop a range of facet mirrors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A bullseye mirror is a decorative, circular, convex mirror. A mirror of this type can introduce more depth and personality to any room. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage bullseye mirrors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A mercury mirror is a type of wall mirror that features mercury glass inside of a decorative frame. Mercury glass is the term for two panes of glass separated by silvering material. Early examples feature real mercury, while ones produced after the 1840s usually substitute silver nitrate. On 1stDibs, shop a range of mercury mirrors.