Antique Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco Mirrors
Thursday, November 19th, 2009MIRRORSĀ wall and pier, including girandoles
The Victorians were rather fond of somewhat florid mirrors and over-mantels, mostly made by building up gesso or plaster on a wood frame and subsequently gilding the surface. Some carved wood mirrors were made as well and these are, obviously, the most expensive type. Overmantels of the very large type [...]