Find a variety of tortoiseshell mirrors available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of
wood,
glass and
bone, all tortoiseshell mirrors available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of tortoiseshell mirrors available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century.
Baroque,
mid-century modern and
Art Deco tortoiseshell mirrors are consistently popular styles.
Stephen Cavallo,
Grosfeld House and
Interi each produced beautiful tortoiseshell mirrors that are worth considering.
Prices for tortoiseshell mirrors can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, tortoiseshell mirrors begin at $39 and can go as high as $625,725, while the average can fetch as much as $4,602.
Vintage mirrors have long been a measure of craftsmanship, from gilded Rococo frames to the sunburst shapes that became a signature of mid-century design.
Styles to Know
An arched or sunburst mirror reads more decorative, while a plain rectangular frame lets the room around it stand out. Hang one above a vintage vanity or a mid-century modern dresser, or lean a larger floor mirror against the wall as a standalone piece.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Mirror
Foxing and an aged frame usually read as character rather than damage, worth weighing against a listing's condition notes. For placement ideas, our 12 dramatic mirrors feature is a good place to start. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era and designer on record, and the 1stDibs Promise covers each purchase.