Showing posts with label wall decor. Show all posts
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Monday, September 2, 2013

Decorate With The Iconic Sunburst Mirror


The Sunburst mirror is an iconic mirror with widespread appeal and an interesting history and past. Whether they are antique or contemporary versions, Sunburst Mirrors add drama where ever you decide to place them in your interiors.

The antique Sunburst Mirror became identified with Louis XIV, popularly known as "The Sun King," in the 17th century. The sun god was Apollo, the patron of music, poetry and truth. Louis XIV, the Sun King, surrounded himself with the best artists and playwrights of the time and was known to have had an affinity for mirrors. The Sunburst became a symbol of Louis XIV's illustrious reign.

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Sunburst Mirrors are a great way to brighten up a room and they work equally well in classic and modern interiors.

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A timeless design that instantly brings a sense of history, the sunburst mirror will elevate any wall space.


A sunburst  hung on a mirror wall creates instant glamour!


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The sunburst mirror is equally at home in quite elegance.

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I just recently acquired this antique Louis XIV gilded, wooden sunburst mirror. I had been looking for one to use in my dining room.

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I layered it onto a large antique mirror over the mantle.

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Sunburst mirrors come in all sizes and shapes (although they do not stray far from the iconic Louis XIV style). They look stunning when used singularly or also make wonderful groupings.

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This style mirror will give your room instant old world atmosphere.



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A weathered Louis XIV sunburst mirror will look perfect in a faded French interior.

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The frame type is where the sunburst mirror shows diversity and is very open to artistic design.


Vintage metallic frames in different shapes and sizes add serious style to a home. These are from the 1940's.


Even though the sunburst mirror has been reinterpreted over the years, it still is a popular interior design element and continues to be a sought after accessory.


Modern shapes of this iconic mirror look lovely in more contemporary interiors.


You can count on a sunburst mirror to enhance the drama of the room.

Mirrored frames give a modern appearance which catch and reflect the light to create stunning effects.


The shape of this mirrored starburst is so strong it becomes the focal point of the room.

Multiple sunburst mirrors adorn the windows in this kitchen.


Sunburst mirrors are perfect companions to other antique French treasures.


These beautiful mirrors are chameleons and blend well with opulence or a casual elegance.

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My favorite sunburst mirrors have giltwood frames.

This sunburst mirror has an unusual but wonderful shape.

The sunburst mirror has regained it's popularity over and over again which tells me this style mirror is not going anywhere and is definitely investment worthy.

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A stunning sunburst mirror with a retro 1960's look.
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Another wonderful giltwood frame. The sunburst mirror was a big trend during the Hollywood Regency period of the 40's.

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A sunburst mirror is a fabulous way to make a statement in a classically styled room.

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Try enhancing a mirror wall by adding a sunburst mirror to it.


The wooden sunburst is more historical in it's appearence. Metal varieties give a room retro flair.

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This sunburst mirror has a lovely shape and patina. It works beautifully with weathered, shabby chic furnishings.

This painted sunburst mirror, coupled with the stripes, brings lots of energy to this area.

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Remember you don't have to hang them. Today, leaning and layering mirrors is a more interesting way to display them.


I love them like this...hung over a larger mirror.


Make yourself a sunburst mirror gallery wall.

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These mirrors are fun to collect.

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An example of a beautiful sunburst without a mirror.


 They also make lovely clocks!! This one is in Hubert & Isabelle d'Ornano's flat in Paris.





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Saturday, August 3, 2013

Decorate With Mirrored Walls







Louis XIV understood the dynamics of the mirrored wall. He had 357 mirrors installed to create the seventeen arches that reflect the arched windows which overlook the gardens of Versailles and called it the Galerie des Glaces (Hall of Mirrors). Since then the trend of mirrored walls has come and gone. Most of us who remember the 70's and 80's were glad when they were gone. The majority of mirrored walls were not well done in those days and the whole trend ended up coming across as tacky. These disco era walls have be replaced by the new chic, classic, timeless mirrored walls. Many of the antique finishes on these paneled mirrors lend sophistication to a room.

The idea behind mirrored walls is to use mirrors to visually increase the size of a room or add reflective light to a dark area. If properly used, wall mirrors can add flair and drama, reflect light where it’s needed, reflect a beautiful view and bring it into the room, and give depth and size to small areas. They can be a lovely decorating element and a way to add sparkle and glamour to a wall or other surface of your home.

This high fashion look for your walls is worth a try!









Don’t avoid placing furniture against mirrored walls, just place your furniture as if the wall had no mirrors, allowing those walls to be functional as well as purposeful. This is what makes today's mirrored walls interesting and elegant.


Neo-classical console table against a smokey mirrored wall.

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Now that is what I call a mirror wall!


Mirrored walls in the French Empire Interiors of The Grand Trianon.


The flexibility of a mirror wall enables it to enliven countless areas of the home.

The power of a mirror to brighten a home can’t be understated. No other decorating accent has quite the same ability to add drama, sparkle and style to a room.


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Many mirror walls looked ancient because of the new finishes used on today's mirrors.

Stenciled mirrors are quite popular.


If you like a classic look to your mirrored wall,  you can create a single mirror effect using millwork and one large mirror like what you see in this image of Donnatell Versace's home.

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Here the homeowner has surrounded the fireplace with mirrors although I think that whole wall would have been gorgeous done all in the mirrored tiles.

Today's mirror walls are an integral part of the design style.

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Your mirrored wall can have a distressed look for a more antique ambiance.


Dining rooms are especially elegant when mirrored walls reflect the candlelight from your dinner party.

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Beautiful hall with eglomise treatment.

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Make a mirror wall by using multiple mirrors and group them together as wall art.

Beautifully painted mirrors.

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I like sconces to actually be part of the mirror wall. Also don't forget the rosettes. If you are using tiles that don't actually have to be anchored by screws, you can still have a lovely rosette by hot gluing any metal brad you might find in craft shops to the corners of the tiles.

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There are many ways to add interest to a mirror wall. Customize your wall with millwork.


From contemporary to vintage looks, adding a sparkling glass mirror wall definitely brings dimension to the room


While they may not be the first spot most people think to hang art in their homes, doing so can add a beautiful and unexpected element to a room.

Mirrored walls are not passe by today’s standards. In fact, it is not uncommon  to install decorative mirrors, art, and light fixtures over mirrored walls.


Another large mirror hung on a mirrored wall.

Subway style tile mirrors look beautiful here and could also enhance a contemporary interior.


This mirror wall is created from smoky mercury glass tiles.

Mirrors set into paneling....tres chic!

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Another example of art hung on a mirror wall.  Treat your mirror wall like any other!

Mirrored furniture set against a mirror wall creates a lovely effect.



There are many different styles of mirror walls.....something for everyone!


I love the look of a large mirror against a wall. It is a great way to get the look of a mirror wall but in an interesting and eclectic way.


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