Venetian Glass Mirrors: Jewels in the Home
Beautiful Venetian glass mirrors...wherever they are used, they are the shining stars of the room. The history of the Venetian mirror can be traced to the early 16th century, when mirrors were created for a strictly functional purpose: to assist with illumination. Today we enjoy them for their sheer beauty, and function is almost an afterthought.
Venetian glass mirrors come in many sizes. They are usually quite elaborate, with beautiful layers and gorgeous etching.
Venetian mirrors don't normally have a frame. Instead, their beautiful shape and etched design acts as the frame.
This isn't a Venetian mirror, but I can't help but think it was inspired by them. Many Venetian mirrors have similar floral designs and etching.
This "glamour mirror" from the 1930s has an art deco feel, but it definitely has features that remind you of a Venetian mirror.
Venetian Glass mirrors come in all shapes and sizes. This one would be beautiful over a dresser or sideboard due to its width.
When shopping for mirrors today, you'll find many modern styles reminiscent of the Venetian glass mirrors.
The clean, classic look of a Venetian Glass mirror makes it a wonderful design for bathrooms
Use a pair for a stunningly beautiful effect.
Another beautiful Venetian Mirror adding sparkle and pizzaz to a bathroom...
They add an elegance to any room...even the bathroom.
Venetian-style mirrors look lovely on almost any wall surface, but they especially shine when placed against a bold color. In my own home, I painted the wall Benjamin Moore Raspberry Truffle to showcase a large Venetian glass mirror.
If you have a room in your home that seems a little blah, consider hanging a Venetian-style mirror. It will create a beautiful focal point and give your room the pizzazz it might be missing.
If you have a room in your home that seems a little blah, consider hanging a Venetian-style mirror. It will create a beautiful focal point and give your room the pizzazz it might be missing.
A Venetian mirror can transform any room. They look especially beautiful when paired with an elegant dressing table.