Round mirror made of carved polychrome wood with fruit and vegetable motifs

Round mirror made of carved polychrome wood featuring Robbian motifs, fruit and vegetable themes, lacquered in pastel colors with natural earth tones. Modern beveled mirror. Originates from around 1980 and was crafted in Tuscany by Chelini Firenze, in perfect condition.

Wonderful antique furniture and accessories can be an excellent idea for decorating our interiors. Today, there is a growing number of enthusiasts of high-quality vintage items that possess a distinct character and soul. This is a nod to history, craftsmanship, and the design of classic and timeless furniture. There are many different styles in antique furniture, each with its own characteristic features.

Many styles distinguish antique furniture, but we can highlight a few of the most important. Eclectic furniture dates back to the 19th century, during the reign of the Biedermeier style. Its early 20th-century variants include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis Philippe style, and finally the Victorian English style. By the end of the century, these styles evolved into pseudo-classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque styles.

Empire-style furniture corresponds to the period between the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It was influenced by Napoleon’s reign, which imposed a resemblance to Roman and Greek decorative motifs.

Neoclassical furniture reflects the Louis XVI style, which also draws heavily from ancient architecture. Notable and worth mentioning are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, a term derived from the Portuguese 'barocco'—meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly ornate, luxurious pieces designed to exude splendor and play a significant role in opulence. Exclusive, selectively used materials were employed to further emphasize the grandeur of these items.

Today, we can observe how strongly the Baroque style influenced modern classical furniture, which is designed with a great resemblance to the historical era. An important style is also Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and left a significant mark on furniture craftsmanship. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and massive, often using brown stains, moldings, sturdy bases, and relief decorations. These were quite distinctive products, but they also introduced many new possibilities, such as the construction of credenzas and broadly speaking, chest-type furniture. Here, too, there was an interest in mythology and ancient times, so supports and legs often took animal forms.

Lion’s paws, eagle heads—these are common features in Renaissance-style furniture. Currently, many global brands reproduce such furniture inspired by Italian and French craftsmen. This reflects admiration and respect for the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It’s important to remember that furniture production was perceived differently in each country, so each style had its own distinct character. This is especially important when searching for a luxurious antique that suits your interior.

The most important aspect of stylish antique furniture is originality. And this ultimately matters to the buyer, as many forgeries circulate on the market. Luxury Products provides documentation confirming the product’s authenticity and compliance with the actual description and photos. We have at your disposal art appraisers, historians, and experts from around the world.