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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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  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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• A MARBLED ROMAN STYLE MIRROR

  ebury trading, london, united kingdom

  An English marbled architectural Roman style mirror, with faux Sienna and grey marbling and a bevelled mirror plate. c.1950’s Measures: 102cm high x 83cm wide x 8cm deep Stock Code ET03140

  £950.00

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• A PAIR OF LARGE OCTAGONAL BLACK LACQUERED MIRRORS

  ebury trading, london, united kingdom

  A pair of large Italian octagonal mirrors, with broad, ribbed frames, each hand lacquered in black. c.1970's Measure: 118cm wide x 118cm high x 5cm deep Stock Code ET03747

  £2,200.00

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• Fine Quality Sheraton Style Inlaid Mahogany Oval Cheval Mirror

  georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom

  Our Ref:30675 Circa 1890. Fine quality Sheraton style inlaid mahogany oval cheval mirror. The bevelled oval mirror in excellent condition within a boxwood inlaid frame and supported on lyre shaped supports with inlaid rosettes above...

  £1,290.00

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• Georgian Style Tall Mahogany Cheval Mirror

  georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom

  Our Ref:30672 Circa 1880. Georgian style mahogany cheval mirror. The rectangular bevel edged mirror, with mirror plate in excellent condition within a boxwood inlaid frame between square uprights with finely turned finials with a stretcher...

  £1,250.00

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• A WILLIAM IV GILT WOOD OVER MANTLE MIRROR

  ebury trading, london, united kingdom

  A finely carved and water gilded William IV over mantle mirror, with ebonised slips, mercury plate and depicting acanthus leaves. c.1830 Measures: 105cm wide x 70cm high x 8cm deep Stock Code MP0552

  £1,500.00

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• A PAIR OF CHIPPENDALE REVIVAL MIRRORS

  ebury trading, london, united kingdom

  A pair of English Chippendale revival mirrors, beautifully carved throughout and painted. c.1930 Measure: 160cm high x 80cm wide x 10cm deep Stock Code ET03614

  £6,500.00

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• Antique Bureau Mirror, English, Walnut, Queen Anne Taste, Victorian, Circa 1880

  london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom

  Our Stock # 18.7920This is an antique bureau mirror. An English, walnut and glass mirror in Queen Anne taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.Delightfully presented with fascinating overtonesDisplays a desirable aged patina throughoutSelect walnut shows fine grain interest and rich caramel huesOriginal mirror plate is desirably, lightly foxed in appearanceSlender rolled frame encases the clear, bright mirrorPair of tall supports hold the rotating axis, adorned with turned finialsSuite of drawers arranged as three over one wideEach dressed with small brass drop handlesBatwing lock escutcheon to lower drawer — untested, key absentStanding upon six squat bun feet, with four to frontThis is a fascinating antique bureau mirror, with attractive overtones of the Queen Anne taste. Light foxing adds great character to the original mirror plate. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 33cm (13'')Max Depth: 18.5cm (7.25'')Max Height: 67.5cm (26.5'')Mirror Plate Width: 23.5cm (9.25'')Mirror Plate Height: 44.5cm (17.5'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Bureau Mirror, English, Walnut, Queen Anne Taste, Victorian, Circa 1880

  £1,195.00

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• Antique Dressing Table Mirror, English, Satinwood, Vanity, Victorian, Circa 1850

  london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom

  Our Stock # 18.8009This is an antique dressing table mirror. An English, satinwood vanity, platform or toilet mirror, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.Superb elegance, set to enhance any roomDisplays a desirable aged patina and good order throughoutStriking satinwood shows superior grain interestRich, consistent amber hues beneath a waxed polish finishBroad frame hosts pleasingly rounded top cornersInset, the generous mirror plate shows desirable foxing and a bright reflectionMirror articulates upon dashing serpentine supports, finished with turned finialsDeep, oblique base with shield form to front, standing upon shaped bracket feetThis is a superb antique dressing table mirror, with undeniable elegance and inviting finish. Exuding quality of materials and craftsmanship. Delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy.Dimensions:Max Width: 73cm (28.75'')Max Depth: 32.5cm (12.75'')Max Height: 72.5cm (28.5'')Mirror Plate Width: 39.5cm (15.5'')Mirror Plate Height: 52.5cm (20.75'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Dressing Table Mirror, English, Satinwood, Vanity, Victorian, Circa 1850

  £1,395.00

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• Antique GEORGIAN late 18th century mirror MAHOGANY original glass.

  bore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom

  Superb all original mirror condition good no perfect but over 200 years old at least, frame is walnut nicely decorated, height 93cm length across 53cm, offering free worldwide delivery reference BBB

  £795.00

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• A Knight & His Castle, mirror in large frame

  bore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom

  Large mirror not brand new so has the odd blemish but still fantastic very heavy prefer to be collected though can arrange your delivery if needed, reference IMS We accept online payments for all our...

  £295.00

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• George IV Petite Inlaid Mahogany Dressing Mirror

  georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom

  Circa 1840. Petite inlaid mahogany dressing mirror. The arched mirror with its original plate in excellent condition within a cross banded and boxwood inlaid frame supported on turned supports with small axe head handles above...

  £250.00

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