Where should I hang a pier mirror?

These mirrors work best on narrow wall spaces between windows or above principal mantelpieces where their vertical proportions command the room. Ensure the wall construction supports the considerable weight of timber, gesso, and glass frames.

How do I spot a nineteenth-century revival?

Nineteenth-century revival pieces often display machine-sawn timber elements and different backing construction compared to eighteenth-century originals. Examine the wear patterns on the gilding and the oxidation within the mirror glass for clues to its true age.

Did these mirrors always have original glass?

Many surviving pieces retain their original mirror plates, which exhibit characteristic distortion and foxing over time. Replaced glass plates appear cleaner and flatter, lacking the subtle waviness found in historical manufacturing methods.

What is the William Kent style?

The William Kent style refers to heavy, architectural furniture designs influenced by Palladian ideals during the early Georgian era. Such mirrors feature bold pediments, egg-and-dart mouldings, and heavily carved giltwood ornamentations.

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George II pier mirrors are grand architectural wall furnishings shaped by eighteenth-century classicism, prized by collectors for their striking proportions and giltwood or walnut presence.