Antique vanity mirror finished with a mahogany base with carved edge and legs

Small William IV dressing table mirror, with a beveled glass plate supported on small carvings, finished with a mahogany base with a carved edge and legs, all in excellent condition - ready to be placed in your home. 

Stylish antique furniture and decor accessories can be an excellent idea for decorating our interiors. Today, there are more and more enthusiasts of high-quality old products that have a distinct character and soul. It is a nod to the history, creation, and design of classic and timeless furniture. There are many different styles in antique furniture, each with its distinctive features. 

There are many different styles characterizing antique furniture, but we can highlight a few of the most important ones. Eclectic furniture belongs to the 19th century, which saw the prevailing Biedermeier style. Its variations in the early years of this century include Neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis Philippe style, and finally, the English Victorian style. By the end of the century, these styles transitioned into pseudo-styles of Classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque. 

Empire-style furniture and accessories date from the period between the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This style emerged during Napoleon's reign, characterized by significant similarities and references to Roman and Greek decorations. 

Classicist furniture is represented by the Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Interesting and noteworthy are all antique products in the Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, whose name comes from the Portuguese 'barocco'—translated as an irregularly shaped pearl. These were very representative pieces of furniture, meant to literally drip with splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Exceptional, selectively used materials were employed to further emphasize the grandeur of these items. 

Today, we can observe the significant influence of the Baroque style on today's classic furniture, which is designed with a great resemblance to the past era. Another significant style is the Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and also left a significant mark on the art of furniture making. Renaissance style was quite heavy and massive. Brown stains were used, as well as cornices, strong plinths, and bas-reliefs. It can certainly be said that these were quite specific products, but they offered many new possibilities, such as the construction of sideboards or generally broadly defined chest furniture. Here, too, there was an interest in mythology and ancient times, so supports or legs took on animal forms. 

Lion paws, eagle heads—these are common sights in Renaissance style. Currently, many global brands recreate such furniture, taking examples from Italian or French creators. This is a manifestation of admiration and care for the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It is important to remember that in each country, furniture making was perceived differently, so each style in a given country had its own distinct character. This is very important, especially when searching for the right elegant antique for your interior. 

The most important aspect of prestigious antique furniture is originality. This is ultimately crucial from the buyer's perspective, as there are many counterfeits circulating in the market. Luxury Products provides a document confirming the product's compliance with the actual description and photo. We have art appraisers, historians, and experts from around the world at your disposal.