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Vintage & Antique Mirrors

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Mirrors have a long and noble history with the oldest surviving being over 8000 years old and made of polished Obsidian (volcanic glass). For thousands of
years the necessary reflective quality was created using polished metals or stones, but in the 16th Century a new finish was invented using a mer... See more
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Wonderful Quality Antique Edwardian Carved Oak Wall Mirror

£ 795

€929
$1,000
Wonderful Quality Antique Edwardian Carved Oak Wall Mirror

Wonderful Quality Antique Edwardian Carved Oak Wall Mirror

£ 795

€929
$1000

Unique Antiques By Emma Jade

Sunburst Deco Mirror

£ 480

€561
$604
Sunburst Deco Mirror

Sunburst Deco Mirror

£ 480

€561
$604

Dave Fry

Edwardian Figured Walnut Wall Mirror

£ 385

€450
$484
Edwardian Figured Walnut Wall Mirror

Edwardian Figured Walnut Wall Mirror

£ 385

€450
$484

Elmgarden Antiques

Mid Georgian Walnut Vauxhall Mirror

£ 395

€461
$497
Mid Georgian Walnut Vauxhall Mirror

Mid Georgian Walnut Vauxhall Mirror

£ 395

€461
$497

Carse Antiques

Large Georgian Mahogany Wall Mirror

£ 395

€461
$497
Large Georgian Mahogany Wall Mirror

Large Georgian Mahogany Wall Mirror

£ 395

€461
$497

Carse Antiques

Georgian Mahogany Vauxhall Wall Mirror

£ 345

€403
$434
Georgian Mahogany Vauxhall Wall Mirror

Georgian Mahogany Vauxhall Wall Mirror

£ 345

€403
$434

Carse Antiques

Small Birds Eye Maple Mirror

£ 195

€228
$245
Small Birds Eye Maple Mirror

Small Birds Eye Maple Mirror

£ 195

€228
$245

Millers Antiques

Fine Quality Antique Victorian Mahogany Swing Dressing Mirror

£ 1,385

€1,618
$1,742
Very Good Late Regency Period Dressing Mirror

£ 325

€380
$409
Very Good Late Regency Period Dressing Mirror

Very Good Late Regency Period Dressing Mirror

£ 325

€380
$409

Stalham Antique Gallery

Victorian Box Dressing Mirror with Pretty Supports.

£ 150

€175
$189
Victorian Box Dressing Mirror with Pretty Supports.

Victorian Box Dressing Mirror with Pretty Supports.

£ 150

€175
$189

Stalham Antique Gallery

Antique Venetian Style Mirror

Graham Deakin Antiques

Antique Venetian Style Mirror

£ 275

€321
$346
Antique Venetian Style Mirror

Antique Venetian Style Mirror

£ 275

€321
$346

Graham Deakin Antiques

Art Deco Diamond Shaped Mirror

£ 330

€385
$415
Art Deco Diamond Shaped Mirror

Art Deco Diamond Shaped Mirror

£ 330

€385
$415

Dave Fry

Medium Sized Art Deco Mirror

£ 260

€304
$327
Medium Sized Art Deco Mirror

Medium Sized Art Deco Mirror

£ 260

€304
$327

Dave Fry

Deco Cloud Mirror

£ 250

€292
$314
Deco Cloud Mirror

Deco Cloud Mirror

£ 250

€292
$314

Dave Fry

Large Amber Etched Art Deco Mirror

£ 160

€187
$201
Large Amber Etched Art Deco Mirror

Large Amber Etched Art Deco Mirror

£ 160

€187
$201

Victoria Antiques

Walnut Queen Anne Revival Dressing Mirror c.1900

Paul Watson Antiques & Interiors Norfolk

Walnut Queen Anne Revival Dressing Mirror c.1900

£ 675

€789
$849
Walnut Queen Anne Revival Dressing Mirror c.1900

Walnut Queen Anne Revival Dressing Mirror c.1900

£ 675

€789
$849

Paul Watson Antiques & Interiors Norfolk

Walnut Queen Anne Style Cheval Mirror c.1930

Paul Watson Antiques & Interiors Norfolk

Walnut Queen Anne Style Cheval Mirror c.1930

£ 675

€789
$849
Walnut Queen Anne Style Cheval Mirror c.1930

Walnut Queen Anne Style Cheval Mirror c.1930

£ 675

€789
$849

Paul Watson Antiques & Interiors Norfolk

Traditional Art Deco Mirror

£ 250

€292
$314
Traditional Art Deco Mirror

Traditional Art Deco Mirror

£ 250

€292
$314

Dave Fry

Large Deco Overmantel

£ 450

€526
$566
Large Deco Overmantel

Large Deco Overmantel

£ 450

€526
$566

Dave Fry

William IV Period Rosewood & Gilt Wall Mirror

Paul Watson Antiques & Interiors Norfolk

William IV Period Rosewood & Gilt Wall Mirror

£ 280

€327
$352
William IV Period Rosewood & Gilt Wall Mirror

William IV Period Rosewood & Gilt Wall Mirror

£ 280

€327
$352

Paul Watson Antiques & Interiors Norfolk

Walnut Queen Anne Style Wall Mirror c.1920

Paul Watson Antiques & Interiors Norfolk

Walnut Queen Anne Style Wall Mirror c.1920

£ 280

€327
$352
Walnut Queen Anne Style Wall Mirror c.1920

Walnut Queen Anne Style Wall Mirror c.1920

£ 280

€327
$352

Paul Watson Antiques & Interiors Norfolk

19th Century Rococo Style Gilt Overmantle Mirror

£ 5,500

€6,425
$6,918
19th Century Rococo Style Gilt Overmantle Mirror

19th Century Rococo Style Gilt Overmantle Mirror

£ 5,500

€6425
$6918

Lorna Byskou

Large Tri Colour Art Deco Mirror

£ 275

€321
$346
Large Tri Colour Art Deco Mirror

Large Tri Colour Art Deco Mirror

£ 275

€321
$346

Dave Fry

Frameless Deco Mirror

£ 130

€152
$164
Frameless Deco Mirror

Frameless Deco Mirror

£ 130

€152
$164

Dave Fry

Period Green Deco Mirror

£ 360

€421
$453
Period Green Deco Mirror

Period Green Deco Mirror

£ 360

€421
$453

Dave Fry

Georgian Style Decorative Painted Mirror

£ 825

€964
$1,038
Georgian Style Decorative Painted Mirror

Georgian Style Decorative Painted Mirror

£ 825

€964
$1038

Philip Hunt Antiques

A Small Mahogany Dressing Table Mirror

£ 360

€421
$453
A Small Mahogany Dressing Table Mirror

A Small Mahogany Dressing Table Mirror

£ 360

€421
$453

Salisbury Antiques Centre

Painted Shield Shape Dressing Mirror

£ 250

€292
$314
Painted Shield Shape Dressing Mirror

Painted Shield Shape Dressing Mirror

£ 250

€292
$314

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Vintage and Antique Mirror FAQs


How can you tell if a mirror is old?

There are several ways to tell if a mirror is or not. The first is to look at the mirror plate itself. Mercury Mirrors first began to be used from the 16th Century and used thicker glass than today. You can gauge the glass thickness by placing an object like a pen or coin against the glass and spot the depth of the gap before the reflection begins. The mirror will also ‘sparkle’ and create a softer image than modern mirrors. Silver backed mirrors emerged in 1835 and the mirror has a slightly more yellow tint overall than new examples. Older mirrors are more liable to have imperfections and losses to the silvering. Modern mirrors are backed in a tin foil which produces a very crisp image. You can often also date a mirror from the frame, but it is important to recognise that old mirrors regularly get new mirror plates and old mirrors can be put into modern frames. Many people today ‘age’ modern mirrors using paint or artificial wear, but these can usually be differentiated from genuine old examples.


What different types of mirror are there?

As a loved item in any home there are many forms and styles of mirror, although they are all for the same basic purpose. The most common types are convex mirrors (which are domed outwards and display a wider field of view than usual) and flat mirrors. Those placed above the fireplace and have a flat base are called Overmantel mirrors, while those originally intended to be hung over a side table are called Pier mirrors. Depending on the size there are several names for mirrors with their own stand. These are commonly called Cheval or Swing mirrors if they tilt and Toilet or Dressing mirrors if they were intended to be placed on top of a table or chest. Hand mirrors are held in the hand as the name suggests.


How much do Antique mirrors cost?

Like any piece of antique furniture antique and vintage mirrors can vary dramatically in price. This can be due to the size, look, rarity and overall desirability of the piece. Generally larger more grand mirrors always command more money than smaller because they are status symbols for wealth and antique examples are usually (with some exceptions) more valuable than vintage or modern mirrors. When purchasing a mirror online it is important to consider the shipping to yourself as this can be prohibitive. Most postal companies will not offer compensation for damage and personal couriers will often charge a slight premium for the extra care required. This is why it is worthwhile buying from our reputable dealers on LoveAntiques as they usually sort the delivery for you.     


How to antique a mirror?

Many people today enjoy mirrors which appear weathered and worn as occurs naturally over time with antique silvered or mercury mirrors. While nothing beats original worn mirror plates, this is not always possible so weathered effects are created instead. There are lots of videos and descriptions online for how to ‘age’ a mirror but there are basically two approaches. The first is to take a modern mirror and create gaps and flaking to the foil backing using cleaning products, paint stripper and abrasives such as wire wool. These gaps are then accentuated with dark paint. The second approach is to begin with a clear sheet of glass and build up a weathered mirror look using layers of mirror-effect spray paint and an oil or washing up liquid to create natural defects and spots. Either approach can be quite effective and create a unique look.  


Where can I buy antique mirrors?

There are more places than ever to buy antique mirrors from physical bricks and mortar shops to online portals such as LoveAntiques. Since mirrors can be quite fragile it is best to purchase from a reputable dealer which will give you the piece of mind that the item is genuine as listed, that it is in good condition and who will sort out safe delivery for you if needed. There are many styles to choose from depending on your taste and the size of the space it is going into, but for later resale classic timeless examples hold their value well and will always be desirable. Compared to the past we now appreciate a degree of wear and degradation to the mirror plate and frames, but it is important to remember that there is a difference between worn and worn out.