When it comes to design, glass artist Kiko Lopez doesn't believe in holding back. Equal parts artist and competent craftsman, Lopez creates sumptuous furniture and decor using luxe materials and innovative techniques. He is best known for his lavish and generously proportioned decorative wall mirrors, but he also makes glass wall sculptures and lighting fixtures such as table lamps.
Lopez was born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, in 1962, but he grew up in Miami, Florida. As a child, he learned to work with ceramics. In his teenage years, studying under sculptor Barry Massin, he also mastered materials like wood, acrylic and steel. Lopez then studied architecture at the University of Miami and even won the school's Best Designer award in his first year.
When he completed his studies, Lopez met his now-wife, Ebba Langenskiöld Lopez, and moved with her to France in 1990. The two settled in a village called Bonnieux and opened an architectural studio that specialized in restoring old country houses.
Lopez subsequently apprenticed with local retired French artisans, who initially didn’t think he was serious about broadening his skills. From these masters, he learned a technique called verre églomisé, which involves applying gold and silver leaf over engraved glass. López opened his own atelier in the commune of Beaumettes, where he began receiving commissions for glass furniture, objects and architectural elements like doors, chandeliers and glass walls.
While the great respect he has for tradition is prominent in his work, Lopez's designs also have a modern appeal. His use of glass allows him to play with light and imbue each piece with a luminous quality.
Lopez has secured commissions from Musée de l'Homme, the Compagnie des Cristalleries de Saint Louis and the Westfield Les 4 Temps shopping center in Paris's La Défense suburb. His pieces are regularly sought by well-known interior designers like Alexandra Champalimaud, Damien Langlois-Meurinne and Brad Ford. The first solo presentation of Lopez’s work took place in 2022 at Maison Gerard in New York City.
On 1stDibs, find Kiko Lopez mirrors, wall decorations and lighting.
Kiko Lopez, Brunelleschi Arches, Contemporary Eglomisé Mirror, France, 2013
By Kiko Lopez
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary piece, Brunelleschi Arches exhibits Kiko Lopez's mastery of the near-forgotten practice of hand-silvered glass, and his dedication to employing age-old methods to cr...
Steel
$1,600
H 55 in W 31.5 in D 2.75 in
Green Painted Continental Eglomise Mirror with Neoclassical Decoration
Located in Essex, MA
This is a refined neoclassical-style wall mirror with strong decorative symmetry and elegant painted and gilt detailing. Overall, the piece reflects a late 18th-century neoclassical influence, with a palette and stylization often associated with early 20th-century reinterpretations—particularly in the French or Swedish Gustavian taste. A green-painted continental eglomise wall mirror with black column supports and gilded hoof feet. It is decorated at the top with crossed gilt arrow...
Mirror, Wood
Arcus Arch shaped Minimalist Mirror with Brass Frame, XL
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Contemporary Arcus™ arch shaped rose gold / peach mirror with an elegant solid brushed copper frame. Designed and made in London, UK. Our mirrors are designed with an integrated Fre...
Brass
$296 / item
H 27.96 in W 18.12 in D 0.24 in
Arcus Arch shaped Contemporary Modern Versatile Frameless Mirror, Large
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Minimalist Arcus™ arched frameless mirror with a floating effect. Quality design that ensures the mirror sits perfectly parallel to the wall. Designed and made in London, UK. Fitted...
Mirror
$296 / item
H 27.96 in W 18.12 in D 0.24 in
Arcus Arched Minimalist Frameless Mirror with Floating Effect, Large
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Minimalist arch shaped frameless mirror that can be hung in 4 different positions. Quality design that ensures the mirror sits perfectly parallel to t...
Mirror
$1,344 / item
H 38.19 in W 18.9 in D 0.71 in
Arcus Arch shaped Black Contemporary Mirror with Black Frame, XL
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Contemporary arch shaped black tinted mirror with an elegant black frame. Designed and handcrafted in London, UK. Our mirrors are designed with an ...
Aluminum
Italian Arch Mirror in Bamboo and Woven Wicker, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous French Riviera style arch-shaped mirror in curved bamboo and woven wicker. This delightful organic piece was produced in Italy during the 1970s. In amazing condition, it di...
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Unusual Arts and Crafts Verre Eglomise Mirror in Oak Frame
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Unusual arts and crafts Verre Eglomise mirror in oak frame Late 19th century, Early 20th century. Bevelled and cut verre eglomise mirror framed in profile honey oak frame wit...
Mirror, Oak
$3,500
H 22.5 in W 90.63 in D 0.19 in
Arched Eglomise Sculpted Mirror Hand-Crafted in Chicago for Lake Front Mansion
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Arched and Églomisé Mirror, that has a reverse sculpted appearance. Whomever designed this Églomisé Mirror, did it extremely very well. Soft spring-like colors, seem to bloom right b...
Mirror
$1,370
H 39.38 in W 19.49 in D 1.58 in
French Riviera Large Arch Mirror in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy, 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century arch-shaped mirror made of curved bamboo, rattan, and hand-woven wicker. This graceful and unique French Riviera style organic mirror was produced in Italy durin...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror, Velvet
$1,418
H 35.04 in W 28.35 in D 1.38 in
French Riviera Arch Mirror in Rattan, Wicker and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Marvellous Côte d'Azur style arch-shaped wall mirror in bamboo and rattan and wicker. This fantastic item was produced in Italy during the 1960s. unning sinusoidal decorations in cu...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Mirror
Italian Riviera Rattan Woven Mirror with Arch Top, 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Mid-Century Modern Franco Albini style handcrafted bamboo and rattan mirror with arched top and woven details. This coastal mirror features a double bamboo frame with r...
Cane, Rattan, Wicker
$917
H 29.14 in W 20.08 in D 1.19 in
French Riviera Large Arch Mirror in Bamboo and Rattan, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful mid-century organic arch-shaped mirror in curved bamboo and hand-woven rattan wicker. This stylish French Riviera style mirror was produced in Italy during the 1960s. In a...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Sold
H 20.5 in W 10.5 in D 2.25 in
"Brunelleschi Arches" Set of Contemporary Eglomisé Mirrors by Kiko Lopez
By Kiko Lopez
Located in New York, NY
"Brunelleschi Arches" Set of twelve eglomisé mirrors by Kiko Lopez
Mirror