$120,000 / set
Pair of Antique Palatial Venetian Mirrors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large 19th century Venetian mirrors with etched details on sides and crowns. The tops decorated with the image of a lady and a gentleman each. The frame and crown with foliag...
Mirror
Palatial Antique 19th Century Venetian Carved Gilt Wood Framed Beveled Mirror.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 19th Century Venetian Carved Gilt Wood Framed Beveled Mirror. This piece is palatial in size with magnificent carving and a substantial cartouche.
Mirror, Wood
$3,680Sale Price|20% Off
Venetian Sansovino Palatial Early Baroque Style Carved and Gilded Mirror
Located in Vero Beach, FL
This is a magnificent antique Venetian Sansovino style high relief carved, richly water gilded and highly burnished framed mirror. It is certainly an outstanding 19th century large s...
Wood
Palatial 19th c. Venetian Etched Glass Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
The Palatial 19th c. Venetian Etched Glass Mirror is a luxurious and elegant piece for any home.
Glass
Palatial Venetian Etched Glass Cushion Mirror, circa 1930
Located in Dallas, TX
Outstanding and large Venetian etched glass cushion mirror with a beautifully shaped crest decorated with large flower heads. The four contoured corners with glass bead trim and rose...
Glass, Mirror
Palatial Venetian Mirror, Italy, 19th Century
Located in West Hartford, CT
Pyramidal surround with etched foliate scrolled bands and medallions, this Venetian mirror is one of a kind, Italy, circa late 19th century and evokes that Hollywood Regency glam tha...
Mirror
Pair of Large Palatial Venetian Mirrors, Early 20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of large Palatial Venetian mirrors, early 20th century.
$5,213Sale Price / set|24% Off
H 54 in W 36 in D 1 in
Vintage Pair of French Rococo Style Mirrors Brass Frames
Located in Stamford, CT
Solid brass pair of French Rococo style wall mirrors. Made in Europe possibly France late 40's early 50s in good condition. It's possible the mirrors and backs have been replaced yea...
Brass
Pair of Modern Venetian Etched Glass Mirrors
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A decorative pair of contemporary Venetian beveled glass mirrors of almost rectangular shape with domed tops.
Cut Glass
Vintage Venetian Etched Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a classic vintage Venetian mirror with the rectangular body having the central plate surrounded by a shadow-box frame. The top of the mirror is comprised of an etched orname...
Glass
1930’s Murano Venetian Etched Glass Wall Mirror
Located in Bridgeport, CT
With a shaped top and bottom, panels with etched scrolls and cartouches. Applied rosettes all around. H. 33", L. 23 1/2", Depth 1 1/2" Condition: Please see detail photos. There i...
Glass, Wood
$3,800
H 65 in W 34 in D 1.5 in
Antique 19th Century Venetian Murano Hand-Engraved Hanging Wall Mirror
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Antique rectangular Venetian hanging wall mirror, made in Italy during the 19th century according to the traditional Murano glassmaking techniques for which Venetian mirrors are reno...
Glass, Mirror, Wood
$52,150Sale Price|30% Off
H 68.5 in W 55.5 in D 12 in
Fine Palatial Italian 19th Century Florentine Giltwood Carved Mirror Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A palatial and museum quality Italian 19th century Florentine Rococo giltwood carved mirror frame. The ornately carved frame with scrolls and acanthus, all gilt is original, circa Fl...
Wood
$776Sale Price|31% Off
H 23.63 in W 23.23 in D 5.91 in
Early 20th Century Baroque Style, Century Style Giltwood Carved Mirror
Located in Vienna, AT
Made in early 20th in Baroque style giltwood carved mirror, the shaped frame carved with floral motifs, leaves, flowers. Water gilding of polished and matte quality, with some bleedi...
Mirror, Hardwood
Stunning Italian Venetian Etched Glass Mirror
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant Italian etched Venetian-style mirror is a superb example of the refined artistry and craftsmanship for which Italian decorative glass has long been celebrated. Rich in d...
Mirror
Italian Baroque Style Carved Gilt Mirror, 19th Century
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique Baroque style gilt mirror. Bold carvings, 19th century. Measures: 54" x 36". See our other mirrors. Please, contact us for shipping options. Presented by Joseph Dasta Antique...
Gold Leaf
$98,500
H 118 in W 75 in D 10.25 in
A pair of Italian 18th century Louis XV period Mecca mirrors, from Naples
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A monumental and palatially scaled pair of Italian 18th century Louis XV period Mecca mirrors, from Naples. The exceptional pair of double framed mirrors displays all of their origin...
Giltwood
$2,113
H 52.17 in W 23.63 in D 2.17 in
Antique Italian Rococo Style Carved Giltwood Mirror, Late 19th Century.
Located in Asaa, DK
Antique Italian Rococo Style Carved Giltwood Mirror, Late 19th Century. Wonderful large carved and gilded wall mirror in rococo/Louis XV style. Made in Italy in the last half of th...
Mirror, Giltwood
$18,500
H 59 in W 39.38 in D 2 in
18th c. Italian Venetian Baroque Mirror, Original Giltwood and Mirror Plates
Located in Wichita, KS
An exquisite 18th century Venetian mirror from the Baroque period with beautifully aged, original giltwood and mercury plates, circa 1740. Standing on two scrolled feet with finely c...
Mercury Glass, Giltwood
$676
H 19.3 in W 7.9 in D 0.6 in
Antique Victorian Wall Mirrors, Brass Frame, Beveled Glass, 1890 Pair
Located in Lincoln, GB
Antique Pair of Victorian Wall Mirrors This stunning pair of tall, slim British wall mirrors hails from the Victorian era (1837-1901). These mirrors exemplify the craftsmanship and ...
Brass
$2,732 / set
H 41.34 in W 25.99 in D 3.94 in
A Late 20Th. Century A Pair Of Custom Made Venetian Mirrors
Located in London, GB
Pair of late 20th.century custom made Venetian Style Mirrors with Blue Glass Jewels An eye-catching and highly decorative pair of bespoke Venetian-style wall mirrors, lavishly adorne...
Art Glass, Mirror
Early 20th c. Venetian Etched Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
The product is an early 20th century Venetian etched mirror, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any room. This mirror has g a timeless appeal that will complement a variety of...
Glass
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 53.55 in Dm 29.14 in
Antique Venetian Gilt Wood Wall Mirror, Baroque Style, 19th Century
Located in CABA, AR
Indulge in the timeless allure of Venetian craftsmanship with this magnificent antique Venetian mirror. Crafted from gilt wood with a striking baroque influence, it exudes opulence a...
Mirror, Wood
Portrait of Lady Caroline Price
By George Romney
Located in Miami, FL
DESCRIPTION: Perhaps the best Romney in private hands. If Vogue Magazine existed in the late 18th century, this image of Lady Caroline Price would be on one of its covers. The e...
Oil, Canvas
Handblown Murano Glass Candelabra Multicolored, circa 1940
By Murano 5
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Handblown Murano glass candelabra, multicolored, circa 1940, Baroque style, five-arm candelabra with multicolored applied decoration, materials: glass and wood, wired for electricity...
Blown Glass
$902 / item
H 5.91 in Dm 5.52 in
Country Crystal Vase with Easter Rabbit Decor in Blue Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
By Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Handblown crystal vase in blue with a country style easter design. Hand-carved by Bavarian glass artists . A rich garland of trees and flowers with rabitts all around. One rabbit sit...
Crystal
$266,466
H 57 in W 30 in D 31.5 in
One-of-a-kind 1851 Great Exhibition Carved Armchair by Arthur Jones of Dublin
Located in London, GB
*Winner of the 2022 Masterpiece Fair Furniture Highlight* The 1851 Great Exhibition Carved Bog Yew Armchair by Arthur Jones of Dublin Carved entirely from Irish bog yew wood, ...
Upholstery, Yew
$307,461 / set
H 75 in Dm 29 in
Monumental Pair of Louis XV Style Ormolu and Crystal Girandoles by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of Louis XV style Ormolu and crystal girandoles Probably by Baccarat Constructed from finely cast and chased ormolu, the imposing floor candelabra—almost 2-me...
Crystal, Ormolu
Rare Walnut Copper and Parchment Side Chair by Carlo Bugatti.
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare carved walnut side chair by Carlo Bugatti upholstered with parchment and inlaid with pewter details and mounted with hammered copper decoration. Beauty & Mischief: The Desig...
Walnut
$150,000 / set
H 67 in Dm 40 in
Pair Louis XV Style 16-Light Bronze & Cut-Glass Chandeliers, Manner of Baccarat
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large pair of Louis XV style gilt bronze and cut-glass sixteen-light chandeliers. The solid bronze frames surmounted with pendants, molded towers, fleur de lis and a central suppor...
Crystal, Bronze
$16,000Sale Price|50% Off
H 52 in W 9 in D 32 in
15th C Gothic Tabernacle 4 ft.+ Rare Architectural Religious Art, Museum Quality
Located in Vero Beach, FL
15th century period Gothic Tabernacle, extremely rare (Medieval) architectural religious art, museum quality ecclesiastical altar piece. This is an absolutely stunning circa 1450 or...
Wood, Paint
$16,000 / set
H 46 in W 33 in D 31 in
Pair of Waldorf Astoria NYC Lobby Chairs after Paul Iribe's Fauteuil Nautile
By Paul Iribe
Located in Hanover, MA
We are fortunate to have acquired a pair of these amazing gondola lounge chairs from the lobby of the glamorous and historic Waldorf Astoria Hotel, New York City, generously scaled a...
Walnut
19th Century French Bronze Lamp of Male Indian Figure
By A. Toussaint - G. Chaudoir
Located in London, GB
A well patinated bronze figure, representing an American Indian, wearing a draped headdress, robe and a pendant hooped earring. Signed to the plinth 'A.Tossaint 1850', and the foundr...
Bronze
$194,199
H 57.68 in W 85.44 in
Flemish 17th, Orpheus and Animals, Large Decorative Wall Old Master Painting
Located in Greven, DE
Flemish school, 17th century Orpheus and the animals Oil on canvas, 146,5 x 217 cm Provenance: South German private collection. On an impressive, room-filling format, this painting ...
Canvas, Oil
Good Quality Queen Anne Period Chair c1720
Located in Bakewell, GB
Good quality queen Anne period single chair c1720 good shaped legs and seat rails rich colour and patination Size 101 cms high 49cms wide seat 44 cms
Wood
Louis XV Style Carved Gilt 3-Fold Screen with Embroidered Silk Panels
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV style (19th Century) carved gilt 3 fold screen with blue silk embroidered panels and cornucopia design.
Gold Leaf
$17,500 / set
H 38 in W 20 in D 13.5 in
Large and Elaborate Pair of Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Five-Light Sconces
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large and elaborate pair of early 20th century gilt bronze five-light sconces Each backplate shaped as a lyre, centered with a mask of Apollo, the top with a bow knotted ribbon,...
Bronze
$1,024,870 / set
H 36.23 in W 41.93 in D 24.41 in
Important and Very Rare Pair of Micromosaic, Malachite and Walnut Console Tables
By Antonio Deangelis
Located in London, GB
Important and very rare pair of micromosaic, malachite and walnut console tables Italian & Russian, early 19th century Measures: Height 89cm, width 106.5cm, depth 62cm These exc...
Malachite, Ormolu
$4,712Sale Price|44% Off
H 78.75 in W 51.19 in D 4.73 in
Large Antique French Louis XIV Style Giltwood Wall Mirror, Detailed Carving
Located in Madrid, ES
At two meters (or over six and a half feet) tall, this beautifully carved Louis XIV style giltwood mirror is a dramatic reminder of how luxurious French chateaus and palaces of the 1...
Wood
Vintage and antique wall mirrors add depth and openness to a space — they can help create the illusion that a narrow hallway isn’t so narrow. But you don’t need hundreds of enormous arched French or Italian mirrors framed in gilded bronze to dress up your home (maybe just a few).
A few well-placed large wall mirrors and other types of mirrors can amplify lighting and help showcase the decorative and architectural features of your home. For the Palace of Versailles during the 17th century, French King Louis XIV ordered the construction of the Hall of Mirrors after spending millions of dollars importing expensive Venetian mirrors from the revered glass-blowing factories on the island of Murano. A mirror-manufacturing rivalry between Paris and Venice took shape, and soon, across from 17 large windows that open out over the adjacent Palace Gardens on one side of the Hall, more than 350 mirrors — large mirrors made of groupings of small panes — were installed, effectively bringing the radiant colors of the outdoors into the opulent corridor.
Wall mirrors for your living room can work miracles — pull your landscaping’s colors and textures indoors, Louis XIV–style, by covering the length of an interior wall across from your living-room windows with wall mirrors.
For a similar effect, surrounding your mid-century modern wall mirror with leafy air plants and fern floor plants can amplify the sense of serenity that greenery offers in your home. Choose wall mirror frame styles to match your home’s decor, or shop for a frameless, organically shaped mirror that’s cut or beveled for a clean yet distinctive showpiece. For a free-spirited Bohemian feel, create a cluster of mismatched antique wall mirrors — an arrangement of circular Art Deco wall mirrors, Rococo-style silver leaf mirrors and decorative oval Victorian mirrors could add spice to an otherwise unadorned dining-room wall.
Elsewhere, there’s nothing vain about buying a full-length mirror for your bedroom, bathroom or walk-in closet to help you perfect your look for the day. Another may be needed in your entryway for a last-minute ensemble inspection. In fact, a shimmering 18th-century hall of mirrors awaits visitors behind the steel door of Stephen Cavallo’s atelier in Manhattan.
“We like to see the look on people’s faces when they walk in,” says Cavallo.
Decorating your home and office with wall mirrors is an art form in and of itself — get started today with the variety of antique and vintage wall mirrors on 1stDibs.
While polished metal mirrors have existed since ancient times, glass Venetian mirrors are thought to have first been produced on the Venetian island of Murano, in Italy, beginning in the 1500s (some research points to 1300 for Venetian mirrors). Set in ornate frames frequently bedecked with gold highlights or floral leaf designs, Venetian glass mirrors were handmade by artisans using refined, expert techniques for royalty and for members of the upper class. By the 17th century, Venetian mirrors were in high demand. Because antique Venetian glass mirrors are still very popular today, there are many knockoffs on the market. Today’s authentic Venetian mirrors are still produced only on the island of Murano.
Regular glass cleaners don’t contain that much vinegar. This means that these cleaners are good for mild cleansing, but for antique glass Venetian mirrors, which tend to get cloudy, a more thorough way to clean is to use only white vinegar. Dampen a clean soft cloth with a solution of white vinegar and water (one part vinegar to two parts water) and apply to your Venetian glass mirror. After you’ve cleaned your Venetian mirror with vinegar, clean the mirror with warm water on a soft cloth in order to get rid of the vinegar smell. Alternatively, if you have difficulty with the smell of vinegar, use rubbing alcohol instead (but be sure that you’re only applying these methods to the glass rather than the frame).
Repairs and replacements can go toward devaluing any piece of antique or vintage furniture, and any modifications or repairs done to a centuries-old mirror should be handled by experts and executed with care. Because antique Venetian mirrors were handcrafted by Italian artisans and can in some cases be hundreds of years old, it is strongly recommended that you consult with experts in the field of restoring antique or decorative mirrors in the event that your piece should require restorative work.
Ornate and elegant, Venetian mirrors obviously have their practical uses for any room in your house or apartment, but these works, which were handcrafted by skilled artisans on the Venetian island of Murano, in Italy, for centuries, are versatile. Given the broad array of shapes and sizes in which antique Venetian glass mirrors can be found — as well as the variety of designs — these mirrors can also be utilized as a decorative focal point, as if you’re hanging a painting or positioning a sculpture to brighten an otherwise drab corner of your home. Antique Venetian mirrors can be used in formal dining settings, where the opportunity for reflecting chandelier light or natural light from large windows is present, or even a bathroom, where the piece can be as useful as it is tasteful.
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