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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Antique Bureau Mirror, English, Dressing Table, Boudoir, Georgian, Circa 1800
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 24668This is an antique bureau mirror. An English, mahogany and oak dressing table mirror, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.Fascinating bureau form, with a suite of drawers and great colourDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughoutSelect stocks present fine figuring and deep caramel huesBevelled mirror plate presents a desirable light foxingProminent slot-in carved pediment with scrolled leaf fretworkMirror plate rotates within shaped uprights, the frame edge gently chamferedGood reflective quality to the plate, with a bright appearanceFall-front bureau base and lower drawer with brass lock escutcheons — key presentDrawer boxes crafted from oak, each in pleasingly clean orderSmall brass pulls access the set of six drawers behind the fall frontSliding lopers support the fall front when open, each dressed with a small pullWide lower drawer dressed with drop handles upon brass decorative back platesThe whole raised upon a pair of shaped front feet, with bracket feet to rearThis is a charming antique bureau mirror, presenting a delightful mirror plate above a useful suite of storage drawers, perfect for organising a dressing table. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 47cm (18.5'')Closed Depth: 21.5cm (8.5'')Extended Depth: 32.5cm (12.75'')Max Height: 72cm (28.25'')Mirror Plate Width: 24.5cm (9.75'')Mirror Plate Height: 30.5cm (12'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Bureau Mirror, English, Dressing Table, Boudoir, Georgian, Circa 1800
£1,295.00
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George II Style Large Mahogany and Carved Giltwood Wall Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1880. Stylish George II style mahogany and carved giltwood wall mirror. The shaped top with gilded acanthus and urn decorations above Rococo C scrolls and with trailing foliage down the sides. The shaped mirror...
£1,075.00
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19thC Mahogany Bow-Fronted Swing Dressing Mirror
a part of the furniture, brackley, united kingdom
19thC Mahogany & Strung Bow-Fronted Swing Dressing Mirror A good quality Regency period mahogany piece in good condition, with oval swing mirror in a cross-banded & strung frame on scrolled lyre supports with brass pivot...
£155.00
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Chippendale-Style Fretted Mahogany Wall Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
33747 Circa 1850 19th century Chippendale-style fretted mahogany wall mirror with original mirror plate. The rectangular mirror plate with a small degree of foxing surrounded by a moulded frame and surmounted by a fretted pediment...
£290.00
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Art Nouveau/Art Deco Oval Wooden Mirror.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Art Nouveau/Art Deco Oval Wooden Mirror. The two side with hand embossed copper sheet decorated with flowers. The flowers with polychrome. The middle part simulating bark. Still with the original bevelled glas mirror, it is...
£375.00
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Large Oval Antique Overmantle Mirror, English Gilt Gesso, Lounge, Georgian, 1800
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 24627This is a large oval antique overmantle mirror. An English, gilt gesso lounge or hall mirror, dating to the Georgian period and later, circa 1800.Generous, expressive form and presenting attractive colourDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderWonderful golden hues enhance the craftsmanship of the gilt gesso frameCharming, later glass plate with minimal foxing and of bright, reflective qualityClassical Italianate taste with prominent surmount and grape motif to the deep frameFascinating eagle relief adorns the surmount, looking out over the mirrorDressed with a robust chain to rear, ideal for wall mountingThis is a desirable oval antique overmantle mirror, with great proportion and dashing colour. Delivered ready to hang.Dimensions:Max Width: 101cm (39.75'')Max Depth: 18.5cm (7.25'')Max Height: 88cm (34.75'')Mirror Plate Width: 75cm (29.5'')Mirror Plate Height: 34cm (13.5'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Large Oval Antique Overmantle Mirror, English Gilt Gesso, Lounge, Georgian, 1800
£1,695.00
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Stunning Large Ornate Wall Mirror
fb antiques, rettendon common, united kingdom
Large ornate gilt framed mirror in good condition, would look stunning in any home.
£495.00
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Large Ornate Gilt Framed Mirror
fb antiques, rettendon common, united kingdom
Large ornate gilt framed mirror in good condition. The mirror can be hung either way depending on space.
£295.00
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Pair Walnut Cheval Mirror of Desirable Proportions
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1930. A stylish Queen Anne style walnut cheval mirror. The shape and moulded walnut frame, contains the clean mirror, supported on two uprights, surmounted with a pair of conical finials, the frame is held...
£625.00
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Late Victorian inlaid and fretted Chippendale-style wall mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1880 Late Victorian inlaid and fretted Chippendale-style wall mirror. The mirror plate within a gilt slip in perfect condition and the mahogany frame with boxwood and ebony inlay. Surmounted by a fretted pediment, the...
£275.00
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Attractive Neat-Sized Burr Walnut Georgian-Style Cheval Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1920 Attractive neat-sized burr walnut Georgian-style cheval mirror. The shaped arch top on the burr walnut moulded frame. The mirror plate with some “foxing” but overall in good condition. All supported on square tapering...
£790.00
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Unusual Carved Hardwood, Gilded and Ebonized Japanese Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1920 Unusual carved hardwood gilded and ebonized Japanese mirror. The rectangular mirror with a foliate-carved gilded frame and protruding shaped panels at both ends with gilded and finely carved Geisha girls in a foliate...
£675.00
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Victorian Gentleman's Shaving stand and mirror in mahogany
bore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
Rare item from the Victorian era, the stand is of quality mahogany mirror in good order though frames surround is needing attention which I shall carry out in with my asking price, standing 155cm high...
£350.00
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Carved Oak Overmantel Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
A carved and dated oak framed mirror with a shaped and carved pediment with a date of 1912 and the letters JDD carved into the wood, the sides with 2 large carved rondels with squirrels...
£1,400.00
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Mirror early 18th century circa 1720
bore park antiques, nuneaton, united kingdom
A really fantastic looking item of beauty, consider Italian from the early part of the 18th century, condition is not perfect, the mirror being original has some blemishes as dos the frame and the cherubs...
£2,500.00
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Victorian Style Reproduction Painted and Gilded Overmantel Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 2000. Victorian style reproduction painted and gilded overmantel mirror. The top surmounted by rococo scrolls, conch shells and gilded flower heads above the foliate framed mirror with a beaded inner slip and bevel glass...
£770.00
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Hand Carved Italian Giltwood Rectangular Wall Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1890. Hand carved Italian giltwood rectangular wall mirror. The open-carved outer frame with acanthus, C scrolls and scallop shell carvings surrounding the moulded mirror frame. The original mirror plate in excellent condition. Mirror can...
£590.00
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6' 5" Antique Gentlemans Outfitters Mirror, English, Dressing, Cheval, Victorian
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 24564This is an antique gentleman's outfitters mirror. An English, mahogany and walnut dressing or cheval mirror, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1900.Of superior proportion at 6' 5" and fine craftsmanship throughoutDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good original orderSelect stocks beam with caramel hues and fine grain interestOriginal, bevelled mirror plate presents a desirable light foxingStriking swan neck pediment accentuates the topSet within a prominent frame, rotating upon its axisDelightful gadrooned urn finials adorn the uprightsBroad frame encloses the quality mirror with a clear, bright reflectionExquisite boxwood and ebony inlays add visual interest throughout the frameSmall ormolu flowerheads to the lower frame - a final, tasteful flourishStanding upon four cabriole legs and riding smoothly upon brass castorsThis superb mirror befitting of a fine dressing room or grand institutionThis is a striking antique gent's outfitters mirror of grand proportion and exquisite finish. Set to grace any room or institution, this is a wonderful example of late Victorian craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready to enjoy.Dimensions:Max Width: 85cm (33.5'')Max Depth: 47cm (18.5'')Max Height: 200cm (78.75'')Mirror Plate Width: 59.5cm (23.5'')Mirror Plate Height: 128.5cm (50.5'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: 6' 5" Antique Gentlemans Outfitters Mirror, English, Dressing, Cheval, Victorian
£2,850.00
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Antique Victorian Cheval Dressing Mirror
mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Good antique 19thC Victorian cheval dressing mirror.
£295.00
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PALE MAHOGANY VANITY MIRROR
gildersleve antiques, south brent, united kingdom
Good quality barley twist vanity mirror in pale mahogany, dating from 1860. The mirror is in very good condition.
£95.00
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Regency Mahogany Cheval Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1815. A Regency mahogany framed cheval mirror. The rectangular mirror contained in a mahogany frame with ebony string inlay to the fore-edge. The frame is in very stylish frame, with two elegant finials, and...
£1,500.00
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Rare Pair of Gilded Bevel-Edged Mid-Victorian Wall Mirrors
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860. Rare pair of gilded bevel-edged mid-Victorian wall mirrors. Surmounted by a decorative crest with puti figures surrounded by acanthus leaves and Rococo C-scrolls, the shaped moulded frames of the mirrors above a decorative...
£1,450.00
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Neat Cottage-Style Figured-Oak Dressing Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1920. Neat cottage-style figured-oak dressing mirror. The rectangular mirror with shaped top corners and with the bevel edge mirror in excellent condition on rectangular supports with fine acorn finials and turned handles on cabriole...
£175.00
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Large Victorian Gild Overmantel Mirror
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1870. A quality mid Victorian carved and gilded wood and gesso overmantel mirror. The shaped arch top surmounted by a pierced scalloped shell entwined in a circle with foliate carving above. The pediment with...
£4,250.00
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Large, Late Victorian Oak-Framed Wall Mirror with Brass Horseshoe Nail Studding
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1890 Stylish large, late Victorian oak framed wall mirror. The golden oak frame with outset corners and brass horseshoe nail studding around the periphery and roundels at the corners. The original mirror plate with...
£490.00
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