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.
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1920. Rare pair of original art deco wall mirrors with partial mahogany frames. The tall mirrors with curved mahogany tops, original mirror plates, and bases with stylish Art Deco double-stepped narrow mahogany frames. Original...
£550.00
view detailssia antion, riga, latvia
Large wall mirror in the Rococo style. Carved wood, gilding. Measure and harmony define it. Neither the diagonal of the garrulous putti, nor the roccaille framing of the top and bottom violate the discreet oval of the mirror. Its smooth silhouette subordinates the decor to harmony and is full of chamber lyrics. The frame is richly decorated with rocaille elements: foliage, roses and putti holding garlands of flowers. H-135 cm. Width: 65cm, Height: 135cm, Depth: 15cm, Weight: 15kg, Condition: Earlier restoration, Material: Plaster, ID: 642
£2,991.20
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Floor-standing mirror-console Jugendstil, early 20th century Germany. Alpha and Omega of spiritual and organic synthesis. This is exactly how this theme develops from the stylized A at the base of the console to the Omega at the top of the mirror. The shaped frame of the mirror, sprouting flowers, flows into the flanking cruciferous buds and ends with three colors in an angelic takeoff. Symbolic references to Christianity reflect the special status and role of man. He is the connecting rod of physical and spiritual beauty. He is a measure of time and a living organic embodiment of the spirit. Here in the mirror it becomes the connecting main element in the sacred primer of the universe. Width: 112cm, Height: 280cm, Depth: 32cm, Weight: 30kg, Condition: Earlier restoration, Material: Walnut, ID: 2159
£4,700.45
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Mirror with console Width: 69cm, Height: 251cm, Depth: 30cm, Weight: 30kg, Condition: Signs of wear commensurate with age, Material: Marble, ID: 2618
£1,281.94
view detailssia antion, riga, latvia
Luxurious mirror in the frame of Neo-rococo style, second half of the 19th century. Whimsical decor on gilded wood, cut glass. Internal dimensions 76x60 cm. Width: 94cm, Height: 106cm, Depth: 13.5cm, Weight: 20kg, Condition: Very good, Material: Wood, Plaster, Gilding, ID: 3839
£1,025.55
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The elegant furniture set designed in the Empire style with elements of gilding and blackening, consisting of a mirror and console with stone top. Width: 57cm, Height: 205cm, Depth: 38cm, Weight: 15kg, Condition: Very good, Material: Wood, ID: 29
£358.94
view detailsbore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
Top quality mirrors, excellent Gilt framing and each corner of frame adorned with semi precious stone also good quality bevelled glass too, no damage sizes are height 48 cm length 40 cm depth 2 cm,...
£595.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Antique Bevelled Mirror, English, Gilt Gesso, Overmantel, Hall, Victorian, 1900
£925.00
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Antique Decorative Wall Mirror, German, Oval, Black Forest, Victorian, C.1900
£895.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Wall Mirror in Victorian Classical Revival Taste, Giltwood, Late 20th Century
£695.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Large Antique Platform Mirror, Mahogany, English, Victorian Vanity Circa 1860
£1,195.00
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Large Antique Dressing Table Mirror, Flame Mahogany, William IV, Toilet, c.1835
£985.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Grand Antique Cheval Mirror, English, Dressing, Country House, Victorian, C.1880
£3,950.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Antique Wall Mirror, English, Victorian, Gilt Gesso, Overmantel, Circa 1850
£1,695.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Very Large Antique Wall Mirror, English, Gilt, Overmantel, Dressing, Regency
£3,850.00
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Antique Cheval Mirror, English, Walnut, Glass, Bedroom, Boxwood, Victorian, 1900
£2,850.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Large Antique Vanity Mirror, Toilet, Swing, English, Victorian Marble Circa 1850
£650.00
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Antique Butler's Mirror, English, Rosewood, Dome Top, Wall, Victorian, C.1880
£1,295.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Large Antique Mirror, Tall, Victorian, Gilt Gesso, Dressing, 19th Century c.1850
£1,295.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Very Large Antique Overmantel Mirror 230cm x 189.5cm (7'5"x6'2") Classical c1850
£4,950.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Antique Dressing Table Mirror, Victorian, Vanity, Toilet, Art Nouveau circa 1890
£595.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Small Antique Wall Mirror, Italian, Gilt Metal, Decorative, Victorian, C.1900
£675.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Antique Toilet Mirror, English, Walnut, Vanity, Empire Style, Victorian, C.1880
£895.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Antique Festive Mirror, English, Giltwood, Glass, Winter, Victorian, Circa 1860
£795.00
view detailslondon fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Antique Dressing Table Mirror, Victorian, Vanity, Toilet, Art Nouveau circa 1890
£595.00
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