Vintage Black Quilted Vinyl Wall Mirror with Gilt Trim, 1950s

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Description

A sculptural vintage wall mirror with a softly tapered, asymmetric silhouette, framed in black quilted vinyl and edged with a … Read more A sculptural vintage wall mirror with a softly tapered, asymmetric silhouette, framed in black quilted vinyl and edged with a narrow band of gold-tone metal. Its tailored padding and graphic outline evoke the decorative character of mid-century interiors.


The mirror widens towards its gently curved upper edge before narrowing towards the rounded base. This irregular geometry gives the reflective surface a lively, almost shield-like outline.

A padded black vinyl surround follows the shape of the glass. Diamond-pattern stitching creates a sequence of raised facets around the frame, while the slim gold-tone metal border draws a clean line around the outer edge. The contrast between reflective glass, dark upholstery and warm metal makes the mirror read as both a functional object and a compact piece of wall sculpture.

Design / Maker / History
The quilted frame borrows the visual language of upholstered furniture, while the asymmetric outline and contrasting metal trim reflect the decorative vocabulary of post-war interiors.

The broad 1950s–1960s dating is a reasoned approximation based on the mirror’s construction, materials and typology. It is not a documented manufacturing date for this individual example.

The Piece
· Type: wall mirror

· Materials: mirror glass, black quilted vinyl and gold-tone metal trim

· Colours: black, gold tone and mirrored glass

· Form: asymmetric tapered shape with rounded corners

· Mounting: metal hanging loop to the reverse

· Approximate date: c. 1950s–1960s

Condition
Good vintage condition. The mirror is firm, complete and structurally sound. The glass is intact, without chips, cracks or significant losses to the reflective surface. The quilted vinyl surround, gold-tone metal trim, backing and hanging loop remain secure.

Light surface marks and wear consistent with age may be present. Please examine the photographs closely, as they form part of the condition .

Measurements
· Height: 60 cm / 23.6 in

· Width: 37.5 cm / 14.8 in

· Depth: 1 cm / 0.4 in See less