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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AN ENGLISH CARVED & PAINTED CHIPPENDALE STYLE MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
An English finely carved and painted Chippendale style mirror, in an ivory colour, with a later mirror plate. c.1930's Measures: 127cm high x 74cm wide Stock Code ET03639
£1,650.00
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Edwardian Triple Mirror
mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Good Edwardian mahogany triple panel mirror.
£120.00
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A PAIR OF MID-CENTURY BOIS DE CITRONNIER MIRRORS
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
A pair of large French Mid-Century bois de citronnier mirrors, with a simple cushion frame in a matt finish. c.1960's Measure: 100cm wide x 100cm high x 2cm deep Stock Code ET03774
£1,800.00
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A PAIR OF LARGE EARLY XIX CENTURY ENGLISH GOTHIC REVIVAL MIRRORS
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
A pair of large English Gothic revival mirrors in polychrome painted and parcel gilded oak. Formerly part of an internal screen or blind arcading, school of Augustus Pugin. The paints are the original. c.1830-40 Measure:...
£6,500.00
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Attractive Whytock & Reid Mahogany Dressing Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1930. Mahogany framed dressing mirror by Whytock & Reid of Edinburgh. The rectangular mirror frame with shaped corners surmounted by pediment in mirror-matched flame mahogany is supported on square tapering supports with finials and...
£490.00
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Magnificent 19th Century Marquetry Inlaid Satinwood Cheval Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1890. Magnificent 19th century marquetry inlaid satinwood cheval mirror. Surmounted by a moulded cornice with fluted finials between and arched pediment with marquetry foliate inlay in exotic woods. The mirror frame is ebony inlaid...
£2,350.00
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A MID-CENTURY ITALIAN MIRROR IN BRUSHED BRASS
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
An Italian Mid-Century mirror of interesting design in brushed brass. c.1950 Measures: 88cm high x 64cm wide x 8cm deep Stock Code ET03765
£1,400.00
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A GEORGE III STYLE PAINTED MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
An English George III style carved and painted mirror, with a bevelled glass plate. c.1930's Measures: 90cm high x 54cm wide x 7cm deep Stock Code ET03588
£1,250.00
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AN OVERSCALE 30'S FRENCH GILT WOOD SUNBURST MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
An over-scale French gilt wood sunburst mirror, after a Louis XIV design. c.1930 Measures 165cm diameter Stock Code ET03477
£1,950.00
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A GEORGE II WALNUT & PARCEL GILT OVERMANTLE MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
An English George II beautifully figured walnut and parcel gilt overmantle mirror, with a foxed mercury plate and on bun feet. c.1760 Measures: 138cm wide x 82cm high x 7cm deep Stock Code MP0629
£2,800.00
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A PAIR OF ITALIAN CARTOUCHE MIRRORS IN GESSO
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
A pair of XIX Century Italian, nicely carved cartouche shaped mirrors, in gesso. c.1880 Measure: 85cm high x 59cm wide x 7cm deep Stock Code ET03576
£1,950.00
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A 1930'S GEORGE II STYLE MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
An English George II style carved walnut and gilded mirror. c.1930's Measures: 109cm high x 56cm wide x 5cm deep Stock Code ET03493
£1,450.00
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A FRENCH PAINTED & GILDED TRUMEAU MIRROR WITH PAINTED PANEL
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
A French and gilded trumeau mirror, with putty colour paints, water gilding and an oil painting on panel depicting an XVIII Century romantic woodland scene. Label verso. c.1950's Measures: 185cm high x 118cm wide x...
£1,850.00
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AN XVIII VENETIAN MIRROR IN SILVER LEAF
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
An XVIII Century carved Venetian mirror in silver leaf, with the original mercury glass. Some minor losses. c.1780 Measures: 140cm high x 70cm wide x 7cm deep Stock Code ET03456
£1,950.00
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Antique Overmantle Mirror, Italian, Triptych, Fireplace, Late Victorian, C.1900
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.8112This is an antique overmantle mirror. An Italian, triptych fireplace mirror, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.Of fine proportion, suitable to mount above a fireplaceDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderCream ground accentuated with attractive flourishes of gilt finishOriginal mirror plates in good order with a desirable light foxingImpressive, prominent crown moulding accentuated with bands of gilt patternsUsefully sized oval central mirror framed by a pair of narrow platesQuality bevelled glass presents a clear, bright reflectionFurther distinguished with sash garland and scroll motif decor throughoutDressed with pairs of brass hanging loops to rear for ease of wall mountingThis is an attractive antique overmantle mirror with a usefully large proportion, ideal for mounting above the fireplace. Delivered polished and ready to enjoy.Dimensions:Max Width: 143cm (56.25'')Max Depth: 8.5cm (3.25'')Max Height: 82.5cm (32.5'')Oval Mirror Plate Width: 71.5cm (28.25'')Oval Mirror Plate Height: 47cm (18.5'')Side Mirror Plate Width: 12cm (4.75'')Side Mirror Plate Height: 54.5cm (21.5'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Overmantle Mirror, Italian, Triptych, Fireplace, Late Victorian, C.1900
£1,575.00
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A CHINESE CHIPPENDALE REVIVAL OVERMANTLE MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
A beautifully carved Chinese Chippendale revival overmantle mirror in ochre bole. Depicting foliage, ho ho birds and flowers with a central pagoda and figure at the top. c.1930's Measures: 150cm high x 115cm wide x...
£4,500.00
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A QUEEN ANNE STYLE SILVERED MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
An English Queen Anne style carved and silver leaf mirror with a bevelled plate. c.1930's Measures: 140cm high x 78cm wide x 4cm deep Stock Code ET03416
£1,950.00
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A GEORGE III STYLE PAINTED MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
An English George III style carved and painted Chinese Chippendale style mirror. c.1900 Measures: 100cm high x 63cm wide x 8cm deep Stock Code ET03579
£1,850.00
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Antique Shop's Dressing Mirror, English, Walnut, Cheval, Retail, Regency, C.1820
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.8055This is an antique shop's dressing mirror. An English, walnut cheval mirror with rare tilt and swivel action, dating to the Regency period and later, circa 1820.Superb retail dressing mirror with excellent proportionDisplaying a desirable aged patina throughoutSelect walnut shows fine grain interest and rich caramel huesOriginal mirror plate shows a sought-after light foxingSitting atop the tall frame, the crown adorned with a pair of brass finialsThe apron accentuated with ormolu mounts in foliate wreathe formSupport columns with reeded finish terminate in Doric capitalsFully articulated mirror frame upon the horizontal and vertical axisGenerously sized, the mirror presents a clear, bright reflectionMirror back finished with a crisp, white silk cotton fabric displaying a foliate patternPair of small drawers sit beneath the frame, dressed with small circular pullsStanding upon a quartet of scroll form legs, with brass and ceramic castorsThis is a striking antique shop's dressing mirror, with superior quality and Regency period elegance. Of fine proportion, this grand mirror is destined for the finest of bedrooms or a luxurious retail environment. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy.Dimensions:Max Width: 105.5cm (41.5'')Max Depth: 58.5cm (23'')Max Height: 201cm (79.25'')Mirror Plate Width: 89cm (35'')Mirror Plate Height: 94cm (37'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Shop's Dressing Mirror, English, Walnut, Cheval, Retail, Regency, C.1820
£7,885.00
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A MID CENTURY FLORENTINE MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
A Mid-Century Florentine Mirror in a green painted finish with gold and silver leaf, in the 18th Century style. c.1950's Measures: 80cm high x 63cm wide Stock Code ET01129
£500.00
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Small Circular Mirror
mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Small Edwardian circular wall mirror.
£65.00
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A MID CENTURY OCTAGONAL SHELL CONVEX MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
An English Mid Century octagonal shell mirror, the plate housed in an ebonised moulded frame of convex glass. c.1960's Measures: 80cm wide x 5cm deep Stock Code ET03573
£1,400.00
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Large Antique Overmantle Mirror, Italian, 3 Panel, Triptych, Victorian, C.1900
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.8096This is a large antique overmantle mirror. An Italian, three panel triptych mirror, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.Of fine proportion to mount above a grand fireplaceDisplays a desirable aged patina throughoutCream ground accentuated with flourishes of gilt finishOriginal mirror plates in good order with desirable light foxingBreakfront form with prominent crown mouldingOval central mirror flanked by a pair of taller platesQuality bevelled glass presents a clear, bright reflectionCorinthian pilasters frame the taller side mirrors, with bold, gilt capitolsDistinctive Putto masque to central panel, situated above the oval mirrorWith wings spread, the relief form issues foliate garlands outwardsFurther distinguished with sash garland and foliate decor throughoutDressed with a pair of brass hanging loops to rear for ease of wall mountingThis is a charming antique overmantle mirror. Impressively large of proportion, providing a statement piece for above the fireplace. Delivered polished and ready to mount.Dimensions:Max Width: 145cm (57'')Max Depth: 10.5cm (4.25'')Max Height: 92cm (36.25'') Oval Mirror Width: 67.5cm (26.5'')Oval Mirror Height: 47.5cm (18.75'')Side Mirror Width: 19cm (7.5'')Side Mirror Height: 72.5cm (28.5'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Large Antique Overmantle Mirror, Italian, 3 Panel, Triptych, Victorian, C.1900
£1,675.00
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Small Venitian Mirror
mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Good Mid 20thC Venitian oval wall mirror.
£120.00
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A FINE ENGLISH GEORGE II MIRROR
ebury trading, london, united kingdom
A fine English George II mirror in walnut, with beautifully carved egg and dart water gilded detail. The plate is later. c.1760 Measures: 101cm high x 70cm wide x 6cm deep Stock Code ET03294
£2,400.00
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