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Guide To The Classic Mirror

Choosing a mirror that you love the style of is not something to be ashamed of. Many people use mirrors in their home or office to decorate with. They seem to make a smaller space larger when they are placed correctly. You can read all about classic mirror right here.

Classic mirrors are those that duplicate the former designs of years gone by, or they could be actual antiques. Classic mirrors come in as many styles as the years have offered. Some handcrafted mirrors can replicate a family crest or a certain time period.

Frames of mirrors, unlike art frames, were considered extremely important throughout history because mirrors were so delicate and expensive. Starting in the middle ages, mirror frames were made by artists who imitated the furniture style of the time. Early on gilded frames were popular because they reflected the much-needed light so valued in the medieval home. Lacquered frames and veneers were also popular throughout history in classic mirrors.

The styles of mirrors have changed over time as well as the materials.

4000 B.C.-made of polished volcanic glass by Indians of Mexico
3000 B.C.-made of polished gold, silver, or bronze worldwide
14th century-mirror plates were invented but was top secret
17th century-larger flat mirror plates could be made
18th century-wide spread use of sheets of glass for mirror plates backed with mercury and later with silver.

Only the rich could own mirrors in the beginning years of mirror history because a 3 X 4 mirror would have cost an equivalent of $40,000 today....

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