{"product_id":"venetian-blue-eglomise-wall-mirror","title":"19th Century Venetian Blue Eglomise Wall Mirror","description":"\u003cp\u003e19th Century Venetian Blue Eglomise Wall Mirror\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn opulent and exuberant example of 19th-century Venetian artistry, this antique wall mirror embodies the finest traditions of Murano glassmaking. Reflecting the elegance and innovation of its period, it offers both dazzle and historical resonance, ideal for collectors of decorative mirrors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Italy, Murano, Venice\u003cbr\u003eDate: Circa 1800s\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Glass, églomisé (gilded verre églomisé), polychrome enamel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: Height: 122 cm (48 in); Width: 71 cm (28 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Very good; displays excellent patina with crisp cuts and only minor age-related signs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning Venetian wall mirror epitomises the refined style and technical prowess synonymous with Murano glass. Much like celebrated examples found in major museum collections, it features the clear plate glass innovation first pioneered on the islands of Venice. The period saw Murano's artisans fiercely protect their advanced methods, and their mastery is vividly apparent in both form and function here. Such wall mirrors were the height of sophistication in grand Venetian interiors, admired for both ornament and utility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotable Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExquisite Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdorned with a luminous, crisply cut mercury mirror plate  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted, engraved, and hand-blown églomisé glass enhanced by copious cut details  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorder rendered in vibrant blue foil-backed églomisé, painted in polychrome enamel of white, gold, and delicate blue tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive use of gleaming moonlit surfaces, echoing 19th-century Venetian tastes for spectacle  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative motifs and curved lunettes provide a sense of grandeur and movement  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspired by the legendary artistry of Murano, makers of some of the world’s most desired glassware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollecting Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent example of a rare and sought-after antique mirror from the most celebrated European glassmaking region  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinguished by fine condition and rich decorative detail  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA highly desirable choice for connoisseurs of antique Venetian mirrors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking as a statement piece in both classic and contemporary interiors  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfectly suited for prominent display in entryways, sitting rooms, or as part of a curated antique collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis splendid Venetian wall mirror captures the moonlit glamour of 19th-century Murano craftsmanship. Combining artistry with history, it promises to be a luminous centrepiece in any refined home or collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sold Archive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51102922735953,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/5873\/5185\/files\/0W2A4859_c1a21ccf-46de-47a0-9ba5-3c99ab4547a8.webp?v=1748990301","url":"https:\/\/nwtiques.com\/products\/venetian-blue-eglomise-wall-mirror","provider":"nwtiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}