Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

1911-1986

Edmond J. Spence played an important role in promoting the tenets of Scandinavian modernism in the United States but his name remains conspicuously omitted from the history books. He was an American furniture designer who is known for having introduced the West to unfamiliar cultural tastes and translating their subtleties to appeal to mid-century-era consumers.

Spence honed his eye for good craftsmanship as a young man. His family owned a furniture manufacturing company based in Batavia, New York. While not much has been reported about his schooling, it was not long before he started designing his own nightstands, end tables, chairs and more — all of which exhibited the appealing traits associated with mid-century modern furniture. Spence experimented with form and ornament owing to inspiration he gathered from international influences.

During the 1950s, Spence drew on Asian and Swedish influences in developing ideas for his own style of modern furniture. He incorporated aspects of Mexican design to create the Continental-American collection. Manufactured in 1953 by Industria Mueblera, this collection of sculptural wooden furnishings with brass details epitomizes Spence’s ability to draw attention to the most integral parts of global design while adding his own modern spin. The designer’s Coronation Group — a series of dressers, cabinets and more in blonde woods that featured decorative birch veneers — was built by artisans in Sweden and imported for sale to postwar homeowners in the United States by Massachusetts furniture company Walpole.

Spence’s “Peineta” chair — a work of mahogany, plywood and woven palm that is demonstrative of Spanish Colonial influences and is part of the Continental-American line — has long been on display in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art while other works are held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art. And if Spence hadn’t captured the hearts of Americans by way of Industria Mueblera showrooms and alluring ads in Interiors magazine, some of his furniture was used as set decoration for the widely loved sitcom I Love Lucy.

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Creator: Edmond J. Spence

Pair of Edmond Spence American Mid-Century Diamond Walnut Framed Mirrors

$7,200 / set

Pair of Edmond Spence American Mid-Century Diamond Walnut Framed Mirrors

By Edmond J. Spence

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of American Mid-Century Diamond Shaped Walnut Framed Mirrors (EDMOND SPENCE)

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Glass

Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut Wall Mirror, a Pair

$2,220 / set

H 42.75 in W 20 in D 1.5 in

Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut Wall Mirror, a Pair

By American of Martinsville

Located in Plainview, NY

Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut Wall Mirror, a Pair A quality pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut mirrors by the iconic American furniture maker American of Martins...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Walnut

Mid Century Tall Rectangular Mirror with Walnut Frame

$400

H 40 in W 26 in D 1 in

Mid Century Tall Rectangular Mirror with Walnut Frame

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern mirror features hardwood frame, original walnut finish, unique beveled edge design, and vintage mirror glass.   Originally used as a mounted dresser mirror th...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Wall Mirrors with Angular Walnut Frame

$895 / set

H 40 in W 26 in D 1 in

Pair of Mid Century Wall Mirrors with Angular Walnut Frame

Located in Freehold, NJ

This pair of mid century modern mirrors features hardwood frame, original walnut finish, slight beveled edge, and vintage mirror glass.  Dimensions: 26w 1d 40h Condition notes: Orig...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Walnut

Thomasville Mid-Century Modern Burled Walnut Framed Arched Wall Mirrors, Pair

$1,595 / set

H 48 in W 20.25 in D 1.63 in

Thomasville Mid-Century Modern Burled Walnut Framed Arched Wall Mirrors, Pair

By Thomasville

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful pair of Mid-Century Modern burled walnut framed arched wall mirrors By Thomasville USA, 1960s Each measures: 20.25"W x 1.63"D x 48"H. Very good original vintage condi...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Walnut, Burl

Mid Century Modern Rectangular Wall Mirror with Beveled Walnut Frame

$208Sale Price|53% Off

H 42.5 in W 34 in D 2.25 in

Mid Century Modern Rectangular Wall Mirror with Beveled Walnut Frame

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern mirror features hardwood frame with unique beveled edge and original walnut finish. Dimensions: 34w 2.25d 42.5h Condition: Original finish on frame is in go...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Framed Wall Mirror

$375

H 38.75 in W 46.63 in D 1.88 in

Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Framed Wall Mirror

Located in South Bend, IN

A stylish Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut framed wall mirror. USA, 1960s Measures: 46.63"W x 1.88"D x 38.75"H. Very good original vintage condition.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Walnut

Oiled Walnut Frame Mid Century Modern Rectangular Mirror.

$800

H 44 in W 1 in D 22 in

Oiled Walnut Frame Mid Century Modern Rectangular Mirror.

By Milo Baughman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Medium size mid century modern rectangular walnut mirror.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Mirrors

$6,500 / set

H 49 in W 24.5 in D 1 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Mirrors

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Mid-Century Modern, solid walnut framed mirrors. The mirrors are beveled with brass trim.

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Pair of Mid Century Modern Mirrors with Arch Top Frame

$700 / set

H 48.25 in W 20.25 in D 1.5 in

Pair of Mid Century Modern Mirrors with Arch Top Frame

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Freehold, NJ

This pair of mid century modern mirrors features hardwood frame, original walnut finish, unique arched top with cutaway panels, and vintage mirror glass.  Dimensions: 20.25w 1.5d 48....

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Wall Mirror with Beveled Walnut Frame

$416Sale Price|20% Off

H 42.5 in W 34 in D 2.25 in

Mid Century Modern Wall Mirror with Beveled Walnut Frame

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern mirror features hardwood frame with unique beveled edge and original walnut finish. Dimensions: 34w 2.25d 42.5h Condition: Original finish on frame is in go...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Mirror with Walnut Frame

$292Sale Price|48% Off

H 48.5 in W 34.5 in D 1 in

Mid Century Modern Mirror with Walnut Frame

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern mirror features hardwood frame with rounded edges and original walnut finish. Dimensions: 34.5w 1d 48.5h Condition: Original finish on frame is in good cond...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Walnut

Mid-Century Cristal Art diamond frame rosé mirrored mirror 1960s.

$3,827Sale Price|24% Off

H 27.56 in Dm 27.56 in

Mid-Century Cristal Art diamond frame rosé mirrored mirror 1960s.

By Cristal Arte

Located in Palermo, IT

The timeless elegance of the 1960s with this magnificent designer mirror, a true Mid-Century gem. Made by the prestigious Cristal Arte for Antonio Lupi, a pairing that is synonymous ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Glass, Art Glass, Mirror

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Swedish 1950's Beveled Rectangle Rounded Corners Decorative Rosettes Wall Mirror

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H 60 in W 36 in D 1 in

Swedish 1950's Beveled Rectangle Rounded Corners Decorative Rosettes Wall Mirror

By Edmond J. Spence

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Rare Swedish 1950's Beveled Rectangle Rounded Corners Decorative Rosettes Wall Mirror

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Steel

Mexican Midcentury Mirror Frame by Edmund Spence

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H 33.47 in W 42.52 in L 33.47 in

Mexican Midcentury Mirror Frame by Edmund Spence

By Edmond J. Spence

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

We offer this rare Mexican midcentury mirror frame by Edmund Spence, circa 1950. Materials mahogany wood, natural palm cords and brass.

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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Edmond J. Spence Wall Mirrors

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Mahogany

Edmond J. Spence wall mirrors for sale on 1stDibs.

Edmond J. Spence wall mirrors are available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider wall mirrors by Giovanni Botticelli, Metalvetro Galvorame, and Jacques Nonnon.