Antique Venetian Etched Glass Heart Shaped Wall Mirror, Italy, 1910s

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A beautiful antique Italian Venetian wall mirror, circa 1910, with an elegant heart-shaped form and richly decorative etched glass detailing. … Read more A beautiful antique Italian Venetian wall mirror, circa 1910, with an elegant heart-shaped form and richly decorative etched glass detailing. The mirror has a romantic early 20th century Venetian character, with shaped mirrored panels, floral engraving, and delicate applied glass ornamentation throughout. The central mirror plate is framed by shaped border panels, each decorated with etched floral motifs, scrolls, leaves, and dotted detailing. The upper crest has a wonderful open heart-like design, giving the piece a graceful and highly decorative silhouette. The mirror is further embellished with small raised glass flower heads and cut glass details, catching the light beautifully and adding to its refined Venetian charm. The mirror retains its original glass, which displays beautiful age-related foxing, spotting, and silvering loss. These natural signs of age help confirm the mirror’s period character and give it the soft, timeworn look so desirable in genuine antique Venetian glass. There are further signs of age and use, including wear to the mirrored panels, small marks, and patina throughout, all consistent with its antique nature. Rather than detracting from the piece, these details add depth, authenticity, and faded glamour. The reverse shows traditional construction with a wooden back and hanging chain, consistent with its age and use. This mirror would make a striking decorative feature in a bedroom, dressing room, hallway, bathroom, powder room, or romantic antique-inspired interior. A charming antique Italian Venetian etched glass wall mirror, circa 1910, with original foxed glass, heart-shaped crest, floral decoration, and wonderful old-world elegance. -

Measurements Height - 102 cm Width - 49 cm Depth - 3 cm See less