Decorative Mirrors
Decorative mirrors are very popular pieces of furniture these days. These mirrors are more than just reflective surfaces. They are great artistic creations that allow a person’s home to speak of the distinct decorative style and personality of each individual. Unlike more functionally inclined mirror designs such as round mirrors and cheval mirrors, these decorative pieces are not bound by common designs and dimensions. Decorative mirror, also called accent mirrors, can range from the small and subtle to the grandiose and spectacular. The limitations of these pieces only lie within the imagination and creativity of the decorator. Since tastes vary from person to person, this article presents a few outstanding decorative mirrors, from the muted to the spectacular.
The Uttermost Abra Bronze Finish Wall Mirror from More Mirrors is a decorative mirror that is not overly eye-catching and does not overpower the style of the room. It is an arched mirror and has an elegant design with asymmetrical upper and lower portions. With its bronze finishing and burnished details, this 29 inch long mirror adds a quiet sophistication to the room. This particular mirror measures at 29 inches by 20 inches and costs 200 dollars.
A great living room accent is the Bronze Sunburst Mirror from Bellacor. This is a convex mirror that this set in a bronze starburst frame made of die cast resin and glass. The Bronze Sunburst provides an exuberant expression to the room and would be ideally positioned in a corner area to take advantage of the greater view of the convex glass. This round mirror measures at 33 inches in diameter and weighs about 8.4 lbs. This item is priced at 193 dollars. Another mirror of similar design is the Starburst Wall Mirror with Silver Tone Discs and Metal Stems. This item is smaller and designed more for style and accent. For comparison, this item measures at 24 inches in diameter and is priced at 65 dollars.
For those who prefer bigger and more grandiose expressions of their decorative style, large decorative mirrors such as the Four Wave Strip Mirror. This is a set of four 60 inch long and 8 inch wide mirrors that are shaped like waves. It is designed to add a funky, modern look to the living room, hallway or bedroom. With its function as a full length mirror and is very creative design as a work of art, it gives the style-aware decorator the best of both worlds. With the frameless glass and metal backing, this mirror will turn any wall into a great decorative triumph. This set of mirrors is priced at 160 dollars.
Decorative mirrors are a great way to let the home reflect not just the owner’s image but personality as well. These add beauty to the room and allow even muted illumination to brighten the home. Whether one projects subtlety and elegance or funk and spunk, decorative mirrors are the way to do it.