How do I clean a gilt wood mirror?

Dust the carved surface gently with a soft dry brush to remove particles without disturbing the gold leaf. Avoid using liquid cleaners or commercial polishes on gilded frames, as moisture degrades the underlying gesso.

Where should I place a vanity mirror?

Position the piece on a dressing table or chest of drawers where it receives indirect natural light from a nearby window. Hanging a wall version at eye level maximises its utility while reflecting light across the room.

How can I tell an 18th century mirror from a revival piece?

Examine the construction joints, timber species, and the oxidation patterns on the glass plate or backing boards. Eighteenth-century examples often display hand-beveled glass and older pin or screw fasteners rather than modern fixings.

What is the difference between a wall mirror and a vanity mirror?

Wall mirrors are designed to hang permanently from structural fixings, whereas vanity mirrors often incorporate stands, bases, or easel backs for table use. Many smaller wall mirrors also function successfully as vanity pieces depending on where you mount them.

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These gilt wood vanity mirror pieces bring warm reflected light and period character to a dressing space, combining carved timber with gilded surfaces.