Pinterest top 10: vintage mirrors

Time for another pick of the best on Pinterest. A mirror creates a sense of space, adds character or light, and can give a new perspective within a living space. Vintage mirrors further enhance by bringing the touch of time - an art deco piece reflects cocktail-swilling decadence while a painted frame can add kitsch. Take a look at our selection of the ten best vintage mirrors on Pinterest...

Antique mirror tiles

It's not strictly a vintage mirror but this alcove of antique mirror tiles is just too good to overlook. A dramatic, distressed design, just perfect for a large space with little clutter.

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Gold framed oval mirror

An ornate focal point for any room, this oval mirror with griffins guarding either side is a statement piece for sure.

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Octagonal mirror

This antique Italian style octagonal mirror comes with its own crown and offers style on a delicious silver platter.

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Long mirror

This lovely mirror's appeal lies not in the framework but the shape - offering a glimmering glimpse of a passer-by or its own surroundings, it demands attention for functionality.

Taken from: Wanelo.com
Round mirror with embellished base

This cute mirror reflects the casual luxury of its dwelling - New York's Wythe Hotel, a renovated factory building from 1901. The simplity of a circle has real charm and the embellished gold framing on the base adds a touch of class.
Gold Rococo mirror

This mirror certainly has The Wow Factor. The intricate gold frame features leaves and birds building high above the encased mirror. Here, the motif is enhanced by the busy wallpaper but this statement piece has enough character to make a room on its own.

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Pistachio green Baroque oval mirror

The exhuberant 17th century style frame is given a kitsch makeover thanks to a lick of pistachio green paint. A great look for fans of shabby chic or colour-clashing.

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Large Venetian mirror

This potentially imposing piece is softened by the nude tones and light textures of the bedroom, creating a strong, feminine ambience.

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1950s Italian mirror

This gorgeous oblong mirror in a brass frame perfectly combines the simple lines of 1950s design with the era's love of curves.

Taken from: Theapartment.dk
Art Deco mirror

This simple but elegant, three panel mirror reflects the beauty of the Roaring Twenties.
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