Where should I hang a fluted column wall mirror?

These mirrors suit principal reception rooms, hallways, or above a drawing room fireplace where their architectural scale can be fully appreciated. Their vertical fluting and gilt frames function best on substantial walls with adequate natural light to activate the glass plate.

How do I identify a Regency style mirror?

Regency style mirrors draw heavily on classical Greek and Roman motifs, featuring architectural elements like columns, cornice moulding, and bold gilded surfaces. Nineteenth century revivals often replicate these exact proportions, making the materials and construction methods key indicators of age.

What is the difference between a pier mirror and an overmantel mirror?

Pier mirrors are typically taller and narrower, designed to fit the specific wall space between two windows. Overmantel mirrors are proportioned horizontally or grandly vertical to sit squarely above a fireplace opening.

How do I care for antique gilded frames?

Dust the carved wood and gesso surfaces gently with a soft, dry brush to avoid disturbing the fragile gold leaf. Keep these mirrors away from direct sunlight and excessive moisture to protect the original giltwood and nineteenth century mirror plates.