
Vintage Beveled Venetian-Style Figural Crest Wall Mirror
This is a wall-hanging mirror featuring a distinct elongated and undulating silhouette, characteristic of mid-20th-century decorative styles with Rococo Revival influences. The mirror plate is distinguished by significantly beveled edges that follow the irregular, curved perimeter. A prominent feature of the piece is the ornate, molded cresting at the top, which appears to depict a cherubic winged figure or 'putto' face surrounded by scrolled foliate elements. The frame transition consists of a narrow, beaded or rope-twist border finished in a burnished bronze or gold-tone patina. The glass itself is decorated with intricate wheel-cut or etched floral and foliate motifs along the upper portion, along with small, circular decorative rosettes or 'fleurs' applied to the surface with metal fasteners. The overall construction suggests an age between 1940 and 1960. Condition-wise, the mirror plate shows some minor foxing (the dark spots typical of silvering oxidation) near the edges, which adds vintage character. The cresting shows a matte, aged finish consistent with cast resin or composite materials of the era. The craftsmanship is high-quality, evidenced by the complex glass cutting and the secure mounting of decorative glass elements.
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Estimated Value
$150-250
Basic Information
Category
Home Decor / Antique & Vintage Mirrors
Appraised On
March 1, 2026
Estimated Value
$150-250
Item Description
This is a wall-hanging mirror featuring a distinct elongated and undulating silhouette, characteristic of mid-20th-century decorative styles with Rococo Revival influences. The mirror plate is distinguished by significantly beveled edges that follow the irregular, curved perimeter. A prominent feature of the piece is the ornate, molded cresting at the top, which appears to depict a cherubic winged figure or 'putto' face surrounded by scrolled foliate elements. The frame transition consists of a narrow, beaded or rope-twist border finished in a burnished bronze or gold-tone patina. The glass itself is decorated with intricate wheel-cut or etched floral and foliate motifs along the upper portion, along with small, circular decorative rosettes or 'fleurs' applied to the surface with metal fasteners. The overall construction suggests an age between 1940 and 1960. Condition-wise, the mirror plate shows some minor foxing (the dark spots typical of silvering oxidation) near the edges, which adds vintage character. The cresting shows a matte, aged finish consistent with cast resin or composite materials of the era. The craftsmanship is high-quality, evidenced by the complex glass cutting and the secure mounting of decorative glass elements.
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