Wall mirror - golden sunbeams - Butlerspiegel “Miroir de Sorcière”

Butler Mirror “Miroir de Sorcière”

Beautiful vintage sunburst mirror with slightly convex mirror glass.

A butler mirror is a round, convex mirror in a decorative frame.

Main features and history

• Design and shape: The glass curves slightly outward (like a fisheye lens), deflecting light and capturing a wide-angle, panoramic view of the room.

• Historical purpose: These mirrors, particularly associated with the late 18th century and the Regency era, were hung in large dining rooms or above sideboards.
They allowed domestic staff or butlers to discreetly keep an eye on the dining table from a respectful distance or from the side, and attend to guests’ needs without staring directly at them.

• Alternative names: In the 15th century, they were also known as “sorcerer’s eyes” (oeil de sorcière), as they were believed to ward off evil, “banker’s eyes” because of their security and wide field of view, or girandoles when fitted with candle holders.

• Modern use: Today, they are prized as striking design features in classic country-house, heritage or “old money” interiors, for the way they reflect natural light and add architectural depth to a wall.

Vintage design, 1960s
France


Maximum diameter including sunburst rays: approx. 45 cm

Mirror glass diameter: approx. 30 cm

Weight: approx. 1.320 kg


Very elegant and always a successful decorative item for any interior….

In very good condition, with natural signs of age.
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It will be packed with the utmost care and sent by post, Colissimo.
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