What is a Venetian mirror?

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.

How do I clean Venetian mirrors?

To clean Venetian mirrors, mix one part white vinegar with two parts warm water. Dampen a soft, lint-free cloth with the solution and wipe down the mirror. Then, wipe it again with a second cloth moistened only with water. Dry with a lint-free cloth. Find a variety of antique Venetian mirrors on 1stDibs.

How do you clean a Venetian mirror?

Regular glass cleaners don’t contain that much vinegar. This means that these cleaners are good for mild cleansing, but for antique glass Venetian mirrors , which tend to get cloudy, a more thorough way to clean is to use only white vinegar. Dampen a clean soft cloth with a solution of white vinegar and water (one part vinegar to two parts water) and apply to your Venetian glass mirror. After you’ve cleaned your Venetian mirror with vinegar, clean the mirror with warm water on a soft cloth in order to get rid of the vinegar smell. Alternatively, if you have difficulty with the smell of vinegar, use rubbing alcohol instead (but be sure that you’re only applying these methods to the glass rather than the frame ).

How do you repair an antique Venetian mirror?

Repairs and replacements can go toward devaluing any piece of antique or vintage furniture, and any modifications or repairs done to a centuries-old mirror should be handled by experts and executed with care. Because antique Venetian mirrors were handcrafted by Italian artisans and can in some cases be hundreds of years old, it is strongly recommended that you consult with experts in the field of restoring antique or decorative mirrors in the event that your piece should require restorative work.

What room do you put Venetian mirrors in?

Ornate and elegant, Venetian mirrors obviously have their practical uses for any room in your house or apartment, but these works, which were handcrafted by skilled artisans on the Venetian island of Murano , in Italy, for centuries, are versatile. Given the broad array of shapes and sizes in which antique Venetian glass mirrors can be found — as well as the variety of designs — these mirrors can also be utilized as a decorative focal point, as if you’re hanging a painting or positioning a sculpture to brighten an otherwise drab corner of your home. Antique Venetian mirrors can be used in formal dining settings, where the opportunity for reflecting chandelier light or natural light from large windows is present, or even a bathroom, where the piece can be as useful as it is tasteful.

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H 42.13 in W 37.01 in D 5.91 in

19th Century Italian Florentine Carved Giltwood Mirror

Located in London, GB

, Venetian mirrors installed in richly decorated frames served as luxury decorations for palaces throughout

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Antique 1870s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

19th Century Italian Florentine Carved Giltwood Mirror

H 38.98 in W 21.26 in D 1.19 in

Antique English Giltwood Wall Mirror, 18th Century

Located in London, GB

in date. This rectangular mirror features a beaded and ribboned moulded frame with laurel swag

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Antique 1720s English Georgian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gesso, Mirror, Giltwood

Antique English Giltwood Wall Mirror, 18th Century

H 25.99 in W 13 in D 1.58 in

Antique Italian Giltwood Florentine Overmantel Mirror, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

, obtaining near-perfect and undistorted reflection. For over one hundred years, Venetian mirrors installed in

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Antique 1850s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Antique Italian Giltwood Florentine Overmantel Mirror, 19th Century

H 53.94 in W 43.71 in D 3.94 in

19th Century George II Style Parcel-Gilt Wall Mirror

Located in London, GB

mirror has a beautiful rectangular shape decorated with a beaded egg and dart frame. The decorative

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Antique 1860s George III Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

19th Century George II Style Parcel-Gilt Wall Mirror

H 56.3 in W 28.75 in D 1.97 in

Antique Large Giltwood Louis Revival Oval Cushion Mirror, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

oval mirror plate is framed by four beaded and egg and dart cushioned marginal side mirror plates with

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Antique 1870s Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Antique Large Giltwood Louis Revival Oval Cushion Mirror, 19th Century

H 54.73 in W 39.38 in D 8.67 in

18th Century Very Ornate Shaped Mirror

Located in London, GB

Charming and very ornate mirror surrounded by colourful Venetian flowers and double row of glass

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

18th Century Very Ornate Shaped Mirror

H 19.7 in W 13.8 in D 3.5 in

Antique Large French 'Cushion' Gilded Mirror c.1880

Located in London, GB

, Venetian mirrors installed in richly decorated frames served as luxury decorations for palaces throughout

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Antique 19th Century French Wall Mirrors

Antique Large French 'Cushion' Gilded Mirror c.1880

H 68.12 in W 40.56 in

Antique Giltwood Louis Revival Overmantel Cushion Mirror, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

and floral sprays. The central mirror plate with a beaded border and four outer mirror plates, the

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Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Antique Giltwood Louis Revival Overmantel Cushion Mirror, 19th Century

H 52.37 in W 36.23 in D 5.52 in

Antique Victorian Pair of French Giltwood Pier Mirrors 19th c

Located in London, GB

near-perfect and undistorted reflection. For over one hundred years, Venetian mirrors installed in

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Antique 1890s French Louis XV Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Antique Victorian Pair of French Giltwood Pier Mirrors 19th c

H 96.86 in W 49.22 in D 2.37 in

Pair of Mirrored Venetian Style Wall Sconces by Vaughan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of electrified antiqued mirrored wall sconces with gilded beaded wood arched frame.

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20th Century English Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Mirrored Venetian Style Wall Sconces by Vaughan

H 18 in W 8.25 in D 7 in

Pair Venetian Crystal Lighted Campana Floor Vases

Located in New York, US

campana vases are crafted from thousands of faceted glass and glass beads, set upon mirror-clad wooden

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Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Materials

Cut Glass

Pair Venetian Crystal Lighted Campana Floor Vases

H 62.5 in Dm 31.5 in

A pair of impressive Venetian sconces

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair sconces formed with cartouche shaped mirrored back, outlined with glass beads, three iron arms

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Antique 19th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

A pair of impressive Venetian sconces

H 27 in W 19 in

Mirrored Cabinet on Wrought Iron Stand

Located in Stamford, CT

Hand-made Two-door commmode. Wood frame, covered in etched cognac-colored venetian glass, on

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Glass

Mirrored Cabinet on Wrought Iron Stand

H 54.5 in W 36 in D 17.5 in

Pair of Unique French Etched Mirrored Chests - Commodes

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of unique and stunning French venetian style chests of drawers, commodes, circa 1960s or 70s

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Vintage 1960s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Unique French Etched Mirrored Chests - Commodes

H 33 in W 32 in D 20 in

Large Murano Glass Abstract Blown Glass Sculpture Gold, Clear Constantini Vase

Located in Surfside, FL

beads, cristallo, lattimo, chandeliers, and mirrors. Additional refinements or creations are goldstone

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20th Century Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Glass

Large Murano Glass Abstract Blown Glass Sculpture Gold, Clear Constantini Vase

H 15.5 in W 7 in D 7 in

Palace Venetian Reverse Painted Mirror

Located in Dallas, TX

Incredible Venetian reverse painted mirror with enamel beads. The mirror has a very elaborate

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20th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Palace Venetian Reverse Painted Mirror

H 96 in W 45 in D 5 in

Large Acanthus Design Venetian Glass Mirror

Located in Rochester, NY

Large scale Italian Venetian glass mirror with profusely etched engraved beaded panels with

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20th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Large Acanthus Design Venetian Glass Mirror

H 57 in W 35 in D 1.5 in

Italian 19th Century Venetian Mirror with Hand Blown Cobalt Blue Glass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning Italian 19th century Venetian mirror with hand blown cobalt blue glass. The original

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Antique 19th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Italian 19th Century Venetian Mirror with Hand Blown Cobalt Blue Glass

H 41 in W 35 in D 3 in

Midcentury Reverse Etched and Beveled Venetian Mirror with Neoclassical Details

Located in New York, NY

This stunning and glamorous mirror was realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Midcentury Reverse Etched and Beveled Venetian Mirror with Neoclassical Details

H 62.5 in W 44.5 in D 6 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Ornate, Faceted and Etched Venetian Wall Mirror

Located in Miami, FL

mirrored side panels separated by faceted corner and beads. Very impressive Venetian mirror.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Italian Mid-Century Modern Ornate, Faceted and Etched Venetian Wall Mirror

H 30 in W 23.5 in D 2 in

Venetian Gilt Carved Wood Gadrooned Mirror, Second Half 19th Century

Located in Hollywood, SC

Venetian gilt carved wood paneled mirror with gadrooned molded edge and interior bead work. Mirror

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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors

Materials

Gold

Venetian Gilt Carved Wood Gadrooned Mirror, Second Half 19th Century

H 34.5 in W 27 in D 2 in

A.Jeschel Gold Baroque Pearl Necklace with a signature clasp.

By Elaine Silverstein

Located in Miami, FL

foundation in an exquisitely captivating Venetian glass clasp that mirrors the necklace's enchanting rosy

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil

A.Jeschel Gold Baroque Pearl Necklace with a signature clasp.

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Vintage Italian Murano Glass Wall Mirror with Flowers

Located in Barntrup, DE

Beautifully shaped Italian wall mirror in the style of Venetian mirrors in transparent Murano glass

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Plywood

Vintage Italian Murano Glass Wall Mirror with Flowers

H 25.6 in W 21.66 in D 1.19 in

Italian Murano Clear Glass Flower Frame Wall Mirror, circa 1950s

Located in Barntrup, DE

Beautifully shaped Italian wall mirror in the style of Venetian mirrors in transparent Murano glass

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

Materials

Metal

Italian Murano Clear Glass Flower Frame Wall Mirror, circa 1950s

H 14.18 in W 12.6 in D 0.99 in

Antique Inlaid Cut Brass Boulle Wall Mirror c.1900

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning antique walnut, brass and pewter inlaid mirror, circa 1900 in date. The

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Early 20th Century English Wall Mirrors

Antique Inlaid Cut Brass Boulle Wall Mirror c.1900

H 28.35 in W 29.53 in D 1.58 in

Opposing Pair of Etched Venetian Mirrored Sconces, circa 1940s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Opposing pair of Venetian sconces, each having a shaped, mirrored backplate, etched with a Chinese

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Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Opposing Pair of Etched Venetian Mirrored Sconces, circa 1940s

H 27.5 in W 9 in D 9.25 in

Pair of Two-Light Venetian Etched Mirrored Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of two-light Venetian etched mirrored sconces with crystals and pearl beads. Newly wired and

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Vintage 1920s Italian Other Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Bronze

Pair of Two-Light Venetian Etched Mirrored Sconces

H 13.5 in W 9.5 in D 3.5 in

Monumental Bronze and Floral Crystal Chandelier with Provenance

Located in Dallas, TX

of bronze and crystal bead swags and crystal drops. Each string of beaded crystal swags are hung and

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Monumental Bronze and Floral Crystal Chandelier with Provenance

H 24 in Dm 60 in

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Venetian Beaded Mirror For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the venetian beaded mirror you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, mirror and wood, every venetian beaded mirror was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the venetian beaded mirror you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A venetian beaded mirror, designed in the Louis XVI, Baroque or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a Venetian Beaded Mirror?

The average selling price for a venetian beaded mirror at 1stDibs is $5,598, while they’re typically $517 on the low end and $59,019 for the highest priced.

Questions About Venetian Beaded Mirror

What is a Venetian mirror?
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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.
How do I clean Venetian mirrors?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To clean Venetian mirrors, mix one part white vinegar with two parts warm water. Dampen a soft, lint-free cloth with the solution and wipe down the mirror. Then, wipe it again with a second cloth moistened only with water. Dry with a lint-free cloth. Find a variety of antique Venetian mirrors on 1stDibs.
How do you clean a Venetian mirror?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
Regular glass cleaners don’t contain that much vinegar. This means that these cleaners are good for mild cleansing, but for antique glass Venetian mirrors, which tend to get cloudy, a more thorough way to clean is to use only white vinegar. Dampen a clean soft cloth with a solution of white vinegar and water (one part vinegar to two parts water) and apply to your Venetian glass mirror. After you’ve cleaned your Venetian mirror with vinegar, clean the mirror with warm water on a soft cloth in order to get rid of the vinegar smell. Alternatively, if you have difficulty with the smell of vinegar, use rubbing alcohol instead (but be sure that you’re only applying these methods to the glass rather than the frame).
How do you repair an antique Venetian mirror?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
Repairs and replacements can go toward devaluing any piece of antique or vintage furniture, and any modifications or repairs done to a centuries-old mirror should be handled by experts and executed with care. Because antique Venetian mirrors were handcrafted by Italian artisans and can in some cases be hundreds of years old, it is strongly recommended that you consult with experts in the field of restoring antique or decorative mirrors in the event that your piece should require restorative work.
What room do you put Venetian mirrors in?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
Ornate and elegant, Venetian mirrors obviously have their practical uses for any room in your house or apartment, but these works, which were handcrafted by skilled artisans on the Venetian island of Murano, in Italy, for centuries, are versatile. Given the broad array of shapes and sizes in which antique Venetian glass mirrors can be found — as well as the variety of designs — these mirrors can also be utilized as a decorative focal point, as if you’re hanging a painting or positioning a sculpture to brighten an otherwise drab corner of your home. Antique Venetian mirrors can be used in formal dining settings, where the opportunity for reflecting chandelier light or natural light from large windows is present, or even a bathroom, where the piece can be as useful as it is tasteful.

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