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antique mirrors: mirrors & looking glasses
Antique mirrors including, but not limited to, dressing table mirrors, cheval mirrors, swing mirrors and gilt mirrors. A mirror is an object that reflects an image. Light that bounces off a mirror will show an image of whatever is in front of it, when focused through the lens of the eye or a camera. Mirrors reverse the direction of the image in an equal yet opposite angle from which the light shines upon it. This allows the viewer to see themselves or objects behind them, or even objects that are at an angle from them but out of their field of view, such as around a corner. Natural mirrors have existed since prehistoric times, such as the surface of water, but people have been manufacturing mirrors out of a variety of materials for thousands of years, like stone, metals, and glass. In modern mirrors, metals like silver or aluminum are often used due to their high reflectivity, applied as a thin coating on glass because of its naturally smooth and very hard surface.
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Georgian Style Chippendale Rectangular Fretted Mahogany Wall Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1850. Georgian style Chippendale rectangular wall mirror. Surmounted by open fret decoration with a gilded bird of Ho. The moulded mirror frame with a foliate gilt slip with fret decorations to the sides and...
£575.00
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Painted & Gilded Tryptic Overmantel Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1820. A George IV gilt and painted tryptic overmantel mirror. The stylish top painted and gilded with dentilled and beaded and egg and dart mouldings. The frieze with classic Adam style swags and tails...
£1,650.00
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Antique Edwardian Cheval Dressing Mirror
mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Good antique Edwardian full length adjustable cheval dressing mirror.
£215.00
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Impressive Tall Carved Swedish Giltwood Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1850. An impressive tall carved giltwood Swedish mirror in the rococo style, with a carved and gilded pierced foliate carved top. The shaped mirror contained with elongated gilded strips with C-scrolls to the mirror...
£4,950.00
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Antique Large Dressing Table Swing Mirror
mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Large antique 19thC Victorian dressing table swing mirror with a three drawer base.
£175.00
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Exhibition Quality Cheval Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1900. A quality Edwardian red walnut cheval mirror probably by’ Morrison & Co. of Edinburgh’. The bevel edge mirror contained in a crisp carved walnut frame surmounted by foliate carving with the frame following...
£1,250.00
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Antique Valet Mirror, Glove Box, English, Reception, Scarf Rail, Victorian, 1900
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 24163This is an antique valet mirror with glove box. An English, mahogany reception mirror with scarf rail, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Delightfully tasteful reception hall mirror with useful glove boxDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderSelect stocks present fine grain interest and rich russet huesOriginal mirror plate hosts a desirable minor foxing commensurate with ageAttractive double canted pediment with small finial to the topClear, bright mirror set within a fluted frame above a prominent lower sectionDome lid lifts to reveal the glove box compartment, ideal for keys or other itemsWide rail suitable for resting scarves set beneath the mirrorDressed with a pair of brass mounting loops, ideal for hangingThis is a fascinating antique valet mirror with a pleasingly original mirror plate a dashing frame offering great colour. Delivered ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 47cm (18.5'')Max Depth: 14cm (5.5'')Max Height: 87cm (34.25'')Mirror Plate Width: 34cm (13.5'')Mirror Plate Height: 44cm (17.25'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Valet Mirror, Glove Box, English, Reception, Scarf Rail, Victorian, 1900
£895.00
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Large Antique Swing Dressing Mirror
mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Good large antique swing dressing mirror.
£220.00
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George III Style Gilded and Fretwork Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860. A good George III fretwork and gilded mirror. The stylish pierced top with a gilded Hoho bird with elegant fretwork to each side and fleur -de- lis in the center. The rectangular mirror...
£675.00
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George III Style Carved Gild Wood Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1830 a good George III style carved gilded mirror, the pierced and shaped top surmounted by a Ho Ho bird, supported on C scrolls and foliate carving with scrolling and C scrolls down the...
£2,250.00
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Large Decorative Victorian Gilt Wall Mirror with Original Queen Victoria Royal Warrant Label
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860 Large decorative Victorian gilt wall mirror with Queen Victoria royal warrant label. The rectangular mirror with its original plate in generally excellent condition with a curved top and base surrounded by a moulded...
£2,400.00
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Antique Full Length Cheval Dressing Mirror
mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Antique late 19thC Victorian full length cheval dressing mirror.
£265.00
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Antique Victorian Swing Mirror
mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Antique Victorian swing mirror.
£95.00
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Very Large Giltwood Victorian Overmantel Mirror with Original Mirror Plate
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860. Very large giltwood Victorian overmantel mirror with original mirror plate. The giltwood arched frame with cavetto and rounded mouldings over a neat-shaped base with curved side extensions. With its original panelled pine back....
£3,300.00
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Pair of Victorian Toilet Mirrors
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1870. Pair of mahogany mid Victorian toilet mirrors. The shaped mirrors in moulded frames supported on two curved foliate and pierced uprights, the platform base with two oval hinged jewellery drawers, with a tapering...
£550.00
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Gilded Victorian Overmantel Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1870. A mid-Victorian caved and gilded overmantel mirror. The D shaped mirror with original mirror plate held in place with a stylish gilt slip, the frame with a large carved rope over the entire...
£1,750.00
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Tall, Late-Georgian Mahogany and Gilt Wall Mirror in Excellent Condition
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1800 with restorations. Tall, late Georgian mahogany and gilt framed wall mirror in excellent condition. Surmounted by a shaped fretted cornice with a gilded HoHo bird, the moulded two-part fluted frame with a gilt...
£1,090.00
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Convex Wall Mirror
blue boar antiques ltd, launceston, united kingdom
A fantastic convex wall mirror dating from the early 19th Century. It has a gilded frame with applied ball decoration, a carved eagle on the top and carved leaf decoration below the mirror. The quality...
£750.00
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Large Antique Gilt Mirror
blue boar antiques ltd, launceston, united kingdom
A beautifully large antique French pier mirror dating from the late 19th Century. The frame is carved wood and gesso with a stylish twisted rope design and oval corner pieces. It has its original mercury...
£1,500.00
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Tall Antique Trumeau Mirror, French, Provincial, Pier, Wall, Victorian, C.1900
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9888This is a tall antique trumeau mirror. A French, painted provincial pier or wall mirror, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.Wonderful provincial appeal to this charmingly decorative mirrorDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughoutOriginal painted frame finished in cream hues with decorative carving and beadingQuality bevelled mirror plate with a desirable light foxing and bright reflectionHandpainted floral scene to the upper section with pleasing petal coloursDressed with a pair of brass mounting loops for ease of hangingThis is an attractive antique trumeau mirror, with a pleasingly decorative appearance. Delivered ready to mount.Dimensions:Max Width: 76.5cm (30'')Max Depth: 4cm (1.5'')Max Height: 145.5cm (57.25'')Mirror Plate Width: 57.5cm (22.75'')Mirror Plate Height: 88cm (34.75'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Tall Antique Trumeau Mirror, French, Provincial, Pier, Wall, Victorian, C.1900
£1,495.00
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Sheraton mahogany cheval dressing mirror
john hubbard antiques, kidderminster, united kingdom
A Sheraton period mahogany inlaid cheval dressing mirror. Original plate in good condition with substantial brass swing adjusters, on an umbrella base with original brass and leather castors. Size: 61" (155cm) high x 26" (66cm)...
£895.00
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Georgian mahogany inlaid dressing / toilet mirror
john hubbard antiques, kidderminster, united kingdom
A George III period mahogany three drawer dressing mirror. Curl mahogany top with boxwood lines surrounding the top and sides and edging the three drawers, standing on small ogee feet. Sze: 16.1/2" (42cm) wide x...
£295.00
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Victorian Mahogany Toilet Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1870. A quality mahogany mid-Victorian toiler mirror. The arched mirror contained in a moulded mahogany frame, supported on two elegant sinuous and curvaceous carved uprights in the form of a swans neck and head,...
£450.00
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Pair Mahogany and Gilded Two-Part Wall Mirrors with Convex Glass
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1830 with adaptations. Pair of late Georgian tall mahogany and gilded wall mirrors. Surmounted by shaped pediments with original convex glass decorations within moulded, two-part fluted frames with gilt slips containing bevel glass mirrors,...
£3,390.00
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Large Antique Overmantle Mirror, English, Giltwood, Mercury Glass, Regency, 1820
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9655This is a large antique overmantle mirror. An English, giltwood and mercury glass mirror, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.Superb country house appeal, with a grand proportionDisplays a desirable aged patina and good original orderRich golden hues grace the bold giltwood frameAppealing original mirror plate with a desirable light foxingProminent crown moulding with turned and collared pilastersFrame edge surrounded with an ebonised finish with reeded detailFoliate decorations accentuate the frame, with patera to the upper sectionDressed to the rear with a pair of mounting loops for ease of hangingThis is an attractive antique overmantle mirror, with a generous proportion and fine, original mercury glass plate. Ideal for the broader chimney breast. Delivered ready to display.Dimensions:Max Width: 146.5cm (57.75'')Max Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'')Max Height: 84cm (33'')Mirror Plate Width: 110cm (43.25'')Mirror Plate Height: 59.5cm (23.5'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Large Antique Overmantle Mirror, English, Giltwood, Mercury Glass, Regency, 1820
£2,750.00
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