Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.
Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.
The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.
Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.
Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.
As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.
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Style: Neoclassical
Period: Early 20th Century
Large Wood Swirl Trompe l’oeil Wall Mirror, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Hand-carved 43.3” spiral frame mirror with a slight trompe l‘oeil effect, Italy, circa 1900
Amazing handcrafted Italian wall mirror composed of wood and golden and silver finish. ...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wood, Mirror
Gesso and wood mirror with grape leaves and cornucopia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gesso and Wood Wall Mirror with Grape motif and atop Cornucopia design. Gesso and paint in very nice shape! Wood sub-frame is very solid and stable. Nice scale! One of the nicer ...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Gesso, Wood
Murano Glass Mirror, Italy, Early 20th Century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Murano Glass Mirror, Italy, Early 20th Century.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Mirror
Venetian Giltwood Hexagon Shaped Wall Mirror
Located in Bradenton, FL
Early 20th century Venetian hexagon shaped wall mirror. Frame is giltwood with narrow mirrored inserts. "Made in Italy" stamp on reverse side.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Large Dutch Neoclassical Style Silver and Gold Gilt Repoussé Oval Mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
surmounted by a bold ribbon above an oval frame adorned with laurel leaves and pinwheel bosses all in a finely detailed repoussé metalwork
Category
Early 1900s Dutch Antique Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
LaBarge Italian Carved Burled Walnut and Giltwood Wall Mirror
Located in West Hartford, CT
Exquisite Italian made LaBarge beveled mirror of burled walnut with beautiful giltwood detail.
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood, Walnut
1920s Irving & Casson Curly Maple Fluted Wall Mirror With Floral Basket Crest
By Irving & Casson
Located in West Chester, PA
An amazing antique solid curly maple wall mirror featuring a fluted frame detailed in black enamel with a carved floral basket crest. Mirror view 25.25”w x 29.625”h.
Custom made by ...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Birdseye Maple, Paint
Antique Italian Cast Brass Coat of Arms Wall Mirror, Early 20th Century
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning antique tabletop or wall mirror featuring two mythological dragons holding a coat of arms or family crest with a crown, star, and fleur-de-lis
Italy, Early 20th Century
Cast brass, with antique beveled mirror...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Bronze Marble Top Console with Mirror Attributed to Oscar Bach
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous neoclassical or Empire style console table and wall mirror
Attributed to Oscar bach
USA, early 20th century
Stunning forged bronze with lion figures, marble top, ...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Stylish Venetian Murano Glass Wall Mirror, Circa 1910
Located in CABA, AR
Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of this exquisite Venetian Murano wall mirror, a captivating blend of tradition and sophistication. Its mirrored frame is adorned with ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Blown Glass
Wall Mirror or Mirror Insert with Neoclassical Design
Located in New York, NY
A wall mirror in the neoclassical design style, circa early-20th century. Mirror appears to have been a part of another piece (old glue on back) and removed. I'm showing mirror (with...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror
Lovely Antique Carved & Gilded Wall Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful medium sized rectangular carved wood mirror having gilded highlights and lovely scallop shell decoration at the top.
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Carved and Painted Neoclassic Frame and Mirror
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Dramatic antique wall mirror crafted in hardwood, carved and polychromed with theatrical motifs, featuring seashells, rope and tassel, curtains and crest panel with nudes. Once hung ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Hardwood
Swedish Neoclassical Ormolu and Etched Glass Mirror Designed by Burchard Precht
By Burchard Precht
Located in Stamford, CT
A Fine Swedish ormolu etched and engraved glass mirror after the model by Burchard Precht.The rectangular plate within a beveled foliate-decorate...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 20th Century Pair of Italian Decorative Brass Wall Lights with Mirror
Located in Roma, IT
Early 20th century pair of Italian decorative brass wall lights with mirror. This is a production of the first decade of the century in Venice, and the design recalls heavily the Ven...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
20th Italian Rectangular Brass Foliate Wall Mirror or Console Mirror
Located in Miami, FL
20th rectangular brass foliate wall mirror or console mirror, you can use it vertical or horinzontal position.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian Mirrors, Neoclassical Style Painted and Giltwood
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Italian mirrors, Neoclassical Style Painted And Giltwood
Neoclassical style painted and giltwood. Pair of Italian Palladian architectural style horizontal painted...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Large Antique Oval Etched Venetian Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Large antique oval etched Venetian mirror.
Stunning and large antique Neoclassical style oval etched Venetian beveled mirror with a square bow...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror
Octagonal Murano Glass Mirror, Italy, Early 20th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Octagonal Murano glass mirror, Italy, early 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Mirror
Antique Circular Bronze and Brass Mirror in Sunburst Shape, Early 20th Century
Located in Barntrup, DE
A stunning circular wall mirror in a sunburst shape. This antique mirror features an embossed brass and bronze frame that is richly decorated with beaut...
Category
Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Monumental Italian Neoclassical Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Monumental Italian neoclassical mirror, 19th c., parcel gilt frame, with foliate crest, scrolled foliate elements at the corners, lower dem...
Category
1910s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Giltwood
Italian Classical Florentine Giltwood Distressed Gold Looking Glass Wall Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Italian classical Florentine giltwood distressed gold looking glass wall mirror. Item features desirable authentic distressed finish to giltwood frame, aged looking glass mirror, sol...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Classical American Renaissance Tabernacle Frame
Located in Sharon, CT
Period American Renaissance gold gilt on cast elements on wood frame/mirror.
Rabbit (mirror)size: 24"x16", frame: 28"x20".
Originally an early 20t...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Wood
Antique Italian Neoclassical Gold Giltwood Large Trumeau Wall Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian neoclassical gold giltwood large 58 x 40 trumeau wall mirror. Item features solid wood frame, distressed finish, nicely carved details, original stamp, quality italia...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Vintage Greek Neoclassical Style Friedman Brothers Gold Giltwood Trumeau Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful vintage tall trumeau mirror by Friedman Brothers in the Greek neoclassical taste. This fine mirror features a gold gilt wood frame with a...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass
Early 20th Century Gilt Painted Mirror in the Neoclassical Style
Located in New York, NY
An elegant, finely aged wall mirror in the neoclassical style. Crafted in the early 20th century. The frame is comprised of wood painted with gold and a burgundy hue. The gilt detail...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Antique Italian Neoclassical Style Giltwood Mirror with Inset Mirrored Pieces
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Italian neoclassical style giltwood mirror with inset mirrored pieces.
Stunning Venetian geometric giltwood mirror, circa 1920. This unusua...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Pair of Solid Bronze Neoclassical Mirrors
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Pair of solid bronze neoclassical mirrors.
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bronze
Italian Antique Ebonized Wall Mirrore
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th century Ebonized carved wood frame venetian motifs around the top border of the frame.
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Walnut
French 1920s 'Venetian' Mirror
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning mirror made in France in the Venetian style in the 1920s.
Please take a look at all the pictures to see the detail on the frame, the bevelled edge of the main...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Mirror
Antique Burlwood Rectangular Wall Mirror
Located in West Chester, PA
Antique Burlwood Wall Mirror with original antiqued mirror glass and wood backing.
Mirror view 10” x 18.375” with a beautiful patina.
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Antique Classical Walnut Oval Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Nice Antique Oval Solid Walnut Classical Deep Frame Mirror, a stunning piece that combines timeless elegance with rich craftsmanship. This mirror features a deep frame crafted from h...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Antique Classical Walnut Oval Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Nice Antique Oval Solid Walnut Classical Deep Frame Mirror, a stunning piece that combines timeless elegance with rich craftsmanship. This mirror features a deep frame crafted from h...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Neoclassical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Neoclassical wall mirrors for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical wall mirrors for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wall mirrors created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include mirrors, lighting, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical wall mirrors made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall mirrors, popular names associated with this style include Friedman Brothers, Deknudt, Henredon, and LaBarge. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for wall mirrors differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $190 and tops out at $110,000 while the average work can sell for $3,151.
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