19th Century French Louis XVI Giltwood Mirror with Torch and Quiver Crest
Located in CHAMBLY, FR
The top is adorned with a spectacular and deeply carved openwork crest depicting a floral wreath, ribbon bow, a torch, and a quiver of arrows—classic neoclassical motifs symbolizing ...
Mirror, Stucco, Giltwood
Large French Ebonised and Gilt Wall Mirror, Torch and Quiver Crest
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large French ebonised and gilt wall mirror, torch and quiver crest This is a very attractive piece, the mirror is ebonised with gilt decoration, in the center at the top of the mi...
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H 60.5 in W 34 in D 3 in
French 1880s Gilt and Painted Mirror with Carved Floral Wreath, Torch and Quiver
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French gilt and painted carved wooden mirror from the late 19th century, with floral wreath, torch and quiver motifs.
Wood
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H 68 in W 45 in D 4 in
19th Century Louis XVI Style Grey Painted Mirror with Torch and Quiver Crest
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely and beautiful grey painted mirror in the Louis XVI style with floral and foliate draping at the upper portion of the mirror. Carved with foliate designs down each side.
Hardwood
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H 55 in W 33 in D 7 in
Large French Napoleon III Ebonized and Gilt Wall Mirror, Torch and Quiver Crest
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large French Napoleon III ebonized and gilt wall mirror, torch and quiver crest This is a very attractive piece, the mirror is ebonised with gilt decoration, in the centre at the ...
Mirror
French Napoleon III Giltwood Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning giltwood French Napoleon III Mirror with elaborate mirrored cartouche. Having image of torch, quiver and bow in mirrored glass, large capped finials, and beveled glass.
Giltwood
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H 45.25 in W 28.5 in D 7 in
French 19th Century Oval Gold Leaf Carved Mirror, Torch, Quiver, Floral Motif
Located in Wells, ME
French 19th century oval mirror in laid gold leaf with crossed torch and quiver surrounded by floral motifs in the top of the mirror; with scrolling leaves and berries circling the f...
Gold Leaf
Vintage mirrors have long been a measure of craftsmanship, from gilded Rococo frames to the sunburst shapes that became a signature of mid-century design.
Styles to Know
An arched or sunburst mirror reads more decorative, while a plain rectangular frame lets the room around it stand out. Hang one above a vintage vanity or a mid-century modern dresser, or lean a larger floor mirror against the wall as a standalone piece.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Mirror
Foxing and an aged frame usually read as character rather than damage, worth weighing against a listing's condition notes. For placement ideas, our 12 dramatic mirrors feature is a good place to start. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era and designer on record, and the 1stDibs Promise covers each purchase.
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