Vintage Venetian Glass Plume Wall Mirror

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This vintage Venetian glass plume wall mirror presents a graceful, cartouche-shaped silhouette, with a softly pear-shaped central pane framed by … Read more This vintage Venetian glass plume wall mirror presents a graceful, cartouche-shaped silhouette, with a softly pear-shaped central pane framed by sweeping, scrolled panels of mirrored glass and crowned by a tall, feathery plume. Constructed from glass and mirrored glass over a wood backing, each segment is cut with beveled edges that catch the light in pale, prismatic halos. The crest is engraved with a crosshatched lattice and flanked by curling acanthus-like leaves, while the side wings are etched with scrolling volutes and delicate foliate sprays. Along the lower apron, crossed laurel sprigs are wheel-cut into the glass, and a small round rosette boss sits above a shell-like pendant that finishes the base. Tiny glass florets, set at the joins, hold the pieces together like jeweled buttons. The mirror has developed a soft, smoky patina, with gentle clouding and silvering that lend a romantic, candlelit depth to the reflection. Ornate yet airy, it reads as a luminous, handcrafted jewel of Venetian glassmaking.

Hang this mirror in an entry, powder room, dining room, or bedroom, above a console, or group it within a gallery wall for a glimmering, collected effect. It complements Hollywood Regency, Baroque, Italian, Traditional, and Grandmillennial interiors. To care for it, dust gently with a soft dry brush, clean the glass with a lightly dampened microfiber cloth sprayed away from the edges, and avoid ammonia-based cleaners, moisture, and direct sunlight to protect the silvering and etching. The mirror measures 16 inches (406 mm) wide, 1 inch (25 mm) deep, and 29 inches (737 mm) high. Condition is good, with age-appropriate patina and clouding to the glass, minor scuffs and wear to the frame, and a structurally sound build. Bring home this enchanting piece today. See less