Where should I hang a convex mirror?

These pieces work best on principal walls in reception rooms, halls or dining spaces where the curved glass can capture and reflect the entire room. Because the optical glass shrinks the reflection, hanging them opposite a window or light source maximises their brightness.

How do I identify a Regency period piece?

Authentic Regency examples typically date from the early nineteenth century and feature hand-carved giltwood frames with specific classical motifs like ball-bearing borders and eagle crests. Later Victorian and twentieth-century revivals often utilise similar forms but show distinct timber preparation and modern backing materials upon closer inspection.

What is an ebonised slip?

The slip is the narrow inner ring of the frame immediately touching the mirror glass, painted black to resemble ebony wood. This dark band frames the reflection and visually separates the glass from the outer gilt ornamentation.

Why do these mirrors have curved glass?

The curved surface creates a panoramic reflection of the entire interior space within a compact circular frame. Historically, this optical effect helped overseers monitor large rooms from a single vantage point.