Antique Mirrors
Posted By admin on May 2, 2010
Antique Mirrors
Choosing the Right Mirror for Your Home
When considering redecorating your home it is essential to choose the right mirror. Mirrors can make or break a room's 'look'. Quite often a low quality mirror is hung as an after thought once decorating is complete, which can leave something lacking from the fresh new look the home owner desired.
Having been involved in the retail of mirrors for a number of years I am truly convinced that dull small rooms can become bright, airy and spacious for a minimal expenditure.
I have come to believe that the best place for a mirror is on a wall perpendicular to a window. This can adds vast improvement to a room by not only reflecting light but adding a feeling of space. A mirror draws peoples attention to it and therefore the area around it so it is important to coordinate effectively.
Mirrors also go very well with plants, as a plant's presence is in effect doubled when placed in close proximity, adding to the overall greenery of the room.
Ornate and antique mirrors with hand crafted wooden frames should have a source of artificial light such as a lamp placed nearby to accentuate it's intricate design at night. These can often be a centrepiece to a room allowing you to plan your décor around it. Worried about the price? Well don't be, as thanks to modern technology hand crafted designs can now be machine moulded using a resin resulting in the same consistency as wood. It can then be decorated using traditional methods such as silver or gilt leaf by hand.
Choosing a mirror for a child's bedroom requires very careful consideration as safety is an issue due to the danger of broken glass. This can be avoided by purchasing a mirror made from perspex as these are shatter-proof and don't require necessarily require drilling to hang. Added benefits of this are that they weigh only a fraction of the weight of a normal mirror, can be made in any size and come in many funky designs, increasing their appeal to children.
A more advanced technique to help decide on a mirror is to take a digital photograph facing the wall you would like to place it on, and upload it to an image package such as Photoshop on your computer. Then copy in an image from a mirror retailing website. This can also help you to get an idea of size as well as color. Should you not have access such a digital image product a low tech alternative method that can be used is to cut a very large piece of card or stiff paper in a rectangular shape and hang it in the approximate position you would like your mirror to go. Stand back access the size. Does is look big enough? Would a narrower rectangle be more suitable?
As a final tip I would suggest always taking the width of the frame into account when ordering the glass size, as some frame designs can easily measure 6-8 inches in width.
Where can I find information about a, possibly, antique hand mirror?
I have a hand mirror which I believe is silver-plated but I'm not sure. It's in an art nouveau style with a raised floral design. Markings include:
WM. A. ROGERS
3.000
PAT APL'D FOR
Does anyone know where I might find more information on this item? I'm not having much luck searching the internet.
I did a search for WM A Rogers, and found a lot of sites from different antique dealers. They want you to pay a fee for them to do a search for you. I'm afraid you will have to find a dealer, and pay for the search.
If you have the time, you can search through page after page of listings on ebay:
http://antiques.search.ebay.com/mirror_Silver_W0QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ1QQsacatZ20096
 Taymor Antique Pewter Countertop Vanity Mirror List Price: Sale Price: $34.71 You save: $5.28 (13%)  Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis item is a great addition to any household. As you cannot have enough mirrors. So light weight it can be carried from the bedroom to the bathroom. It's made for the countertop within easy reach when needed. Features
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 Avanity Provence-M24-AC Provence Mirror Antique Cherry, 24 Inches List Price: Sale Price: $207.20 You save: $51.80 (20%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionPROVENCE-M24-AC Features: -Mirror. -Provence collection. -Antique cherry finish. -Main construction: Bevel glass. -Frame construction: Solid birch wood and veneers. -Wood cleat at back for easy hanging. Specifications: -Avanity provides 1 year warranty against manufacturer's defects. -Overall dimensions: 33'' H x 24'' W x 3.2'' D. Features
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 Powell Antique Black with Sand Through Terra Cotta Vanity Mirror and Bench List Price: Sale Price: $442.64 You save: $2.36 (1%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 5 to 7 days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionYou can’t help buy feel pretty sitting in front of this transitional styled vanity with hinged tri-fold mirror for a side-to-side view. Crafted in MDF and solid wood, the generously sized top is large enough for writing. Five working curved drawers with raised frame rest on graceful square tapered legs. The rectangular bench has square tapered legs and is thickly upholstered in beige fabric, 63-percent cotton and 37-percent polyester. Vanity has leg and mirror assembly. Bench has leg assembly. Features
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 Etched Glass Venetian Mirror Ornate Antique Style List Price: Sale Price: $39.22 You save: $60.77 (61%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionExquisite Craftsmanship Using Old World Italian Techniques Features
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 Powell Color Story Antique Black Cheval Mirror Sale Price: $224.00 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 5 to 7 days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionReflecting fashion and function, this Color Story "Antique Black" Cheval Mirror is a beautiful addition to any room. Mirror frame includes the distinctive contemporary style with fluted top crown and scalloped cross brace. The round fluted posts support the mirror that tilts to accommodate different views. Some assembly required. Finished in "Antique Black" with Natural sand through. Some assembly required. Features
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 Bulova Torino Square Wall Clock - Antique Mirror Inserts - Gray Parchment Dial List Price: Sale Price: $54.89 You save: $15.06 (22%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionWith a slightly retro look, this clock features warm tones and a clean, easy to read dial. . . . . Wooden case with walnut finish . . Rose gold tone metallic accents . . Polished rose gold tone raised numerals . . White dial . . Hour, minute and second hand . . Protective glass lens . . 15.25" Diameter x 2" Deep . . Features
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 Taymor Antique Pewter Square Perfume Mirror Tray List Price: Sale Price: $26.65 You save: $8.34 (24%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThe square Perfume mirror tray is packaged in a color retail box which makes it a perfect gift for those special occasions. Takes up little space which makes it a great addition to any bathroom or bedroom. Features
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 Avanity Tropica-M24-AW Tropica Mirror Antique White, 24 Inches List Price: Sale Price: $175.20 You save: $43.80 (20%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThe 24" Tropica White Bathroom Vanity Set gives Tropical island appeal for a relaxing bathroom setting. The Bathroom Vanity is constructed of the finest birch wood solids and select cherry veneers. The Bath Vanity is distressed and finished by hand in an antique white finish. It features black granite top and backsplash with standard 8" widespread faucet cutout. It includes white vitreous china undermount sink. It features soft-close door hinges and an adjustable height leveler. Note: Faucet not included. Assembly level/degree of difficulty: No Assembly Required. Features
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 Etched Ornate Cut Glass Wall Mount Mirror Antique Style List Price: Sale Price: $39.22 You save: $60.77 (61%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis is Absolutely Beyond a Shadow of a Doubt, a GORGEOUS Mirror. Features
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 Queen Ann Wall Mirror in Antique White Sale Price: $149.99 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 4-5 business days See Reviews For This Product Description40101 Wall mirror pictured in antique white Add traditional charm to your home d cor with the Queen Ann Wall Mirror! Paying close attention to detail, this wall mirror boasts a beautiful antique white finish. The delicate details along the frame and oval beveled glass give this wall mirror an enamoring quality. Also available in Antique Verde! Wall Mirror Features: - Antique white finish. - Wood frame. - Oval shape. -Can be hung vertically and horizontally. Dimensions: - Mirror Size: 27'' H x 19'' W. - Overall Dimensions: 33'' H x 25'' W. Features
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