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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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Edwardian Wood Framed Mirror

£ 225

€263
$283
Edwardian Wood Framed Mirror

Edwardian Wood Framed Mirror

£ 225

€263
$283

House of Clarnold

Regency Gilded Overmantel Mirror Circa 1820

£ 595

€695
$748
Regency Gilded Overmantel Mirror Circa 1820

Regency Gilded Overmantel Mirror Circa 1820

£ 595

€695
$748

Beresford Antiques Ltd

Pair of Edwardian Brass Gilt Mirrors

Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd

Pair of Edwardian Brass Gilt Mirrors

£ 620

€724
$780
Pair of Edwardian Brass Gilt Mirrors

Pair of Edwardian Brass Gilt Mirrors

£ 620

€724
$780

Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd

Pair of Oval Mirrors in Bronzed Ornate Wood Frames

£ 460

€537
$579
Pair of Oval Mirrors in Bronzed Ornate Wood Frames

Pair of Oval Mirrors in Bronzed Ornate Wood Frames

£ 460

€537
$579

Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd

Large Profusely Carved Victorian Oak Mirror

£ 1,500

€1,752
$1,887
Large Profusely Carved Victorian Oak Mirror

Large Profusely Carved Victorian Oak Mirror

£ 1,500

€1752
$1887

Georgian Antiques

Large Victorian Oval Gilt Mirror

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

Large Victorian Oval Gilt Mirror

£ 995

€1,162
$1,252
Large Victorian Oval Gilt Mirror

Large Victorian Oval Gilt Mirror

£ 995

€1162
$1252

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

Victorian Oval Painted Mirror

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

Victorian Oval Painted Mirror

£ 395

€461
$497
Victorian Oval Painted Mirror

Victorian Oval Painted Mirror

£ 395

€461
$497

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

Walnut Cheval Mirror

Gaylord Antiques

Walnut Cheval Mirror

£ 575

€672
$723
Walnut Cheval Mirror

Walnut Cheval Mirror

£ 575

€672
$723

Gaylord Antiques

Edwardian Faux Rosewood Oval Mirror

£ 175

€204
$220
Edwardian Faux Rosewood Oval Mirror

Edwardian Faux Rosewood Oval Mirror

£ 175

€204
$220

Graham Deakin Antiques

Large Georgian Fretwork Mirror

Graham Deakin Antiques

Large Georgian Fretwork Mirror

£ 325

€380
$409
Large Georgian Fretwork Mirror

Large Georgian Fretwork Mirror

£ 325

€380
$409

Graham Deakin Antiques

19th Century Florentine Mirror

£ 850

€993
$1,069
19th Century Florentine Mirror

19th Century Florentine Mirror

£ 850

€993
$1069

Holmes Antiques

Pair of Victorian Oval Gilt Mirrors

£ 995

€1,162
$1,252
Pair of Victorian Oval Gilt Mirrors

Pair of Victorian Oval Gilt Mirrors

£ 995

€1162
$1252

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

Stunning Black and Gold Framed Regency Style Wall Mirror

£ 1,250

€1,460
$1,572
Stunning Black and Gold Framed Regency Style Wall Mirror

Stunning Black and Gold Framed Regency Style Wall Mirror

£ 1,250

€1460
$1572

Elmgarden Antiques

Victorian Gilt Large Arch Top Overmantle Miror

£ 1,495

€1,746
$1,881
Victorian Gilt Large Arch Top Overmantle Miror

Victorian Gilt Large Arch Top Overmantle Miror

£ 1,495

€1746
$1881

Lorna Byskou

Victorian Gilt Large Arch Top Overmantle Mirror

£ 1,550

€1,811
$1,950
Victorian Gilt Large Arch Top Overmantle Mirror

Victorian Gilt Large Arch Top Overmantle Mirror

£ 1,550

€1811
$1950

Lorna Byskou

Victorian Gilt Adam Style Circular Wall Mirror

£ 995

€1,162
$1,252
Large 19th Century Victorian Gilt Overmantle Mirror

£ 1,595

€1,863
$2,006
Large 19th Century Victorian Gilt Overmantle Mirror

Large 19th Century Victorian Gilt Overmantle Mirror

£ 1,595

€1863
$2006

Burgett Langfield

Large Victorian Carved Giltwood Convex Mirror

£ 850

€993
$1,069
18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Dressing Mirror

£ 795

€929
$1,000
18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Dressing Mirror

18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Dressing Mirror

£ 795

€929
$1000

Walton House Antiques Ltd

Antique Brass Folding Vanity Mirror

£ 540

€631
$679
Antique Brass Folding Vanity Mirror

Antique Brass Folding Vanity Mirror

£ 540

€631
$679

D and A Binder LTD

1930's Illuminated Mirror By Harcourts, London

£ 195

€228
$245
1930's Illuminated Mirror By Harcourts, London

1930's Illuminated Mirror By Harcourts, London

£ 195

€228
$245

William Rand Antiques

Regency Style Convex Mirror

Graham Deakin Antiques

Regency Style Convex Mirror

£ 125

€146
$157
Regency Style Convex Mirror

Regency Style Convex Mirror

£ 125

€146
$157

Graham Deakin Antiques

19th Century Victorian Gilt Archtop Overmantle Mirror

£ 995

€1,162
$1,252
19th Century Brass Bistro Mirror

£ 775

€905
$975
19th Century Brass Bistro Mirror

19th Century Brass Bistro Mirror

£ 775

€905
$975

Tony Youll Antiques

Large Overmantle Mirror Gilt Carved Giltwood

£ 1,250

€1,460
$1,572
Large Overmantle Mirror Gilt Carved Giltwood

Large Overmantle Mirror Gilt Carved Giltwood

£ 1,250

€1460
$1572

Harper Baxter

19th Century Mirror in Carved Oak Frame

£ 395

€461
$497
19th Century Mirror in Carved Oak Frame

19th Century Mirror in Carved Oak Frame

£ 395

€461
$497

Beresford Antiques Ltd

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.