What is a Venetian mirror?

While polished metal mirrors have existed since ancient times, glass Venetian mirrors are thought to have first been produced on the Venetian island of Murano , in Italy, beginning in the 1500s ( some research points to 1300 for Venetian mirrors). Set in ornate frames frequently bedecked with gold highlights or floral leaf designs, Venetian glass mirrors were handmade by artisans using refined, expert techniques for royalty and for members of the upper class. By the 17th century, Venetian mirrors were in high demand. Because antique Venetian glass mirrors are still very popular today, there are many knockoffs on the market. Today’s authentic Venetian mirrors are still produced only on the island of Murano.

How do I clean Venetian mirrors?

To clean Venetian mirrors, mix one part white vinegar with two parts warm water. Dampen a soft, lint-free cloth with the solution and wipe down the mirror. Then, wipe it again with a second cloth moistened only with water. Dry with a lint-free cloth. Find a variety of antique Venetian mirrors on 1stDibs.

How do you clean a Venetian mirror?

Regular glass cleaners don’t contain that much vinegar. This means that these cleaners are good for mild cleansing, but for antique glass Venetian mirrors , which tend to get cloudy, a more thorough way to clean is to use only white vinegar. Dampen a clean soft cloth with a solution of white vinegar and water (one part vinegar to two parts water) and apply to your Venetian glass mirror. After you’ve cleaned your Venetian mirror with vinegar, clean the mirror with warm water on a soft cloth in order to get rid of the vinegar smell. Alternatively, if you have difficulty with the smell of vinegar, use rubbing alcohol instead (but be sure that you’re only applying these methods to the glass rather than the frame ).

What are mirrored trays used for?

Mirrored trays are used for a variety of purposes. Often, people place them on dressing tables and vanities to hold toiletries. They can also be used to show off decorative accents, as their reflective surfaces allow details from all sides to be viewed from above. Some pieces may also be suitable for serving food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of mirrored trays.

How do you repair an antique Venetian mirror?

Repairs and replacements can go toward devaluing any piece of antique or vintage furniture, and any modifications or repairs done to a centuries-old mirror should be handled by experts and executed with care. Because antique Venetian mirrors were handcrafted by Italian artisans and can in some cases be hundreds of years old, it is strongly recommended that you consult with experts in the field of restoring antique or decorative mirrors in the event that your piece should require restorative work.

What room do you put Venetian mirrors in?

Ornate and elegant, Venetian mirrors obviously have their practical uses for any room in your house or apartment, but these works, which were handcrafted by skilled artisans on the Venetian island of Murano , in Italy, for centuries, are versatile. Given the broad array of shapes and sizes in which antique Venetian glass mirrors can be found — as well as the variety of designs — these mirrors can also be utilized as a decorative focal point, as if you’re hanging a painting or positioning a sculpture to brighten an otherwise drab corner of your home. Antique Venetian mirrors can be used in formal dining settings, where the opportunity for reflecting chandelier light or natural light from large windows is present, or even a bathroom, where the piece can be as useful as it is tasteful.

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Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant mirrored tray table was created in Murano, Italy circa 1960, the scalloped display

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Tray Tables

Materials

Mirror, Murano Glass

Midcentury Italian Venetian Murano Mirrored Tray Table with Floral Decor

H 1.5 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in

Ercole Barovier Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass Italian Serving Tray, 1940s

By Ercole Barovier

Located in Rome, IT

Venetian vintage tray with a mirror base and gilded brass handles. The mirror has romantic Venetian

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Ercole Barovier Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass Italian Serving Tray, 1940s

H 2.17 in W 19.3 in D 13 in

Ercole Barovier Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass Italian Serving Tray, 1940s

By Ercole Barovier

Located in Rome, IT

vintage tray with a mirror base and silver metal handles. The mirror has romantic Venetian characters and

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Metal

Ercole Barovier Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass Italian Serving Tray, 1940s

H 1.19 in W 16.15 in D 10.63 in

Ercole Barovier Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass Italian Serving Tray, 1940s

By Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

Venetian vintage tray with a mirror base and gilded brass handles. It has a fantastic crossed rope frame

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Ercole Barovier Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass Italian Serving Tray, 1940s

H 1.97 in W 19.3 in D 13.39 in

Carlo Scarpa Midcentury Aluminum Italian Serving Tray with Mirror Top, 1960s

By Carlo Scarpa

Located in Roma, IT

Elegant midcentury aluminium serving tray with mirror top. This astonishing piece of barware was

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Carlo Scarpa Midcentury Aluminum Italian Serving Tray with Mirror Top, 1960s

H 0.99 in W 21.46 in D 12.21 in

Carlo Scarpa Midcentury Aluminum Italian Serving Tray with Mirror Top, 1960s

By Carlo Scarpa

Located in Roma, IT

Elegant midcentury aluminium serving tray with mirror top. This astonishing piece of barware was

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Carlo Scarpa Midcentury Aluminum Italian Serving Tray with Mirror Top, 1960s

H 0.99 in W 21.46 in D 12.21 in

Carlo Scarpa Midcentury Gilt Aluminum Italian Serving Tray with Mirror Top 1960s

By Carlo Scarpa

Located in Roma, IT

Elegant midcentury gilt aluminum serving tray with mirror top, 1960s. This astonishing piece of

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Carlo Scarpa Midcentury Gilt Aluminum Italian Serving Tray with Mirror Top 1960s

H 0.99 in W 21.46 in D 12.21 in

Venetian Mirrored and Clear Glass Tray

Located in Hudson, NY

This mirrored and etched glass tray from the island of Murano in the Venetian republic ( now Italy

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Revival Bowls and Baskets

Materials

Brass

Venetian Mirrored and Clear Glass Tray

H 18 in W 27.5 in D 2.5 in

Vintage Venetian Tray

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully Etched Venetian Tray Red Glass Rope Detail and Gold Dolphin Handles.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Vintage Venetian Tray

H 2.25 in W 12.5 in D 10.5 in

Murano Venetian Twisted Glass Rope Mirrored Vanity Tray

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Smaller scale Murano finely twisted clear glass vanity tray. Tray has nice solid brass fittings and

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Glass

Materials

Brass

Murano Venetian Twisted Glass Rope Mirrored Vanity Tray

H 1.5 in W 8.5 in D 11 in

Murano Venetian Oval Twisted Glass Rope Mirrored Vanity Tray

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Smaller scale Murano oval shaped finely twisted clear glass vanity tray. Tray has nice solid brass

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Glass

Materials

Brass

Murano Venetian Oval Twisted Glass Rope Mirrored Vanity Tray

H 1 in W 9 in D 12.75 in

Murano Venetian Twisted Glass Rope Mirrored Vanity Tray

By Venini

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Murano finely twisted clear glass and emerald green rope vanity tray. Tray has nickel plated

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Glass

Materials

Glass

Murano Venetian Twisted Glass Rope Mirrored Vanity Tray

H 1.5 in W 9.75 in D 11 in

Murano Venetian Twisted Glass Rope Mirrored Vanity Tray

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Murano finely twisted clear and gold glass rope vanity tray with brass fittings. Mirrored glass has

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Glass

Materials

Brass

Murano Venetian Twisted Glass Rope Mirrored Vanity Tray

H 1.5 in W 14 in D 11.5 in

Large Murano Venetian Twisted Glass Rope Mirrored Etched Vanity Tray

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Murano twisted clear and gold glass rope vanity tray with metal and glass rope handles. Mirrored

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Barware

Materials

Art Glass

Large Murano Venetian Twisted Glass Rope Mirrored Etched Vanity Tray

H 2.75 in W 24 in D 15.5 in

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Tray by Ercole Barovier, Italy, 1960s

By Ercole Barovier

Located in Nuernberg, DE

mirror is etched with Venetian romantic figures and a scenic balcony scene.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Serving Pieces

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Murano Glass

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Tray by Ercole Barovier, Italy, 1960s

H 1.25 in W 11.75 in D 9.75 in

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Tray by Ercole Barovier, Italy, 1950s

By Ercole Barovier

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Ponti, the mirror is etched with Venetian romantic figures and a scenic Landscape scene.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Serving Pieces

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Murano Glass

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Tray by Ercole Barovier, Italy, 1950s

H 1.63 in W 13.25 in D 9.5 in

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Tray by Ercole Barovier, Italy, 1960s

By Ercole Barovier

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Ponti, the mirror is etched with Venetian romantic figures and a scenic Landscape scene.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Serving Pieces

Materials

Mirror, Murano Glass, Wood

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Tray by Ercole Barovier, Italy, 1960s

H 2 in W 13.75 in D 9.75 in

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Tray with Bronze Handles

Located in Bochum, NRW

Etched Murano glass mirrored tray with bronze handles. Beautiful Italian serving or vanity tray

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Tray with Bronze Handles

H 1.97 in W 17.72 in D 14.57 in

Carlo Scarpa Midcentury Aluminum Italian Serving Tray with Mirror Top, 1960s

By Carlo Scarpa

Located in Roma, IT

Elegant midcentury aluminium serving tray with mirror top. This astonishing piece of barware was

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Aluminum

Carlo Scarpa Midcentury Aluminum Italian Serving Tray with Mirror Top, 1960s

H 0.99 in W 21.46 in D 12.21 in

Murano Italian Twisted Rope Antiqued Mirror Glass Vanity Tray

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Murano Venetian mirror glass vanity tray surmounted by twisted blown glass with brass pierced

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Glass

Materials

Brass

Murano Italian Twisted Rope Antiqued Mirror Glass Vanity Tray

H 1.5 in W 9.5 in D 15.5 in

Ercole Barovier Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass Italian Serving Tray, 1940s

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Rectangular Murano glass tray from the 1950s. Noble Venetian mirror glass with etched golden

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

Ercole Barovier Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass Italian Serving Tray, 1940s

H 1.38 in W 15.36 in D 11.42 in

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Round Tray by Ercole Barovier

By Ercole Barovier

Located in Van Nuys, CA

mirror is etched with Venetian romantic figures and a scenic country landscape. 1940, Italy

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Etched Murano Glass Mirrored Round Tray by Ercole Barovier

H 1.75 in Dm 13.5 in

Italian Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass Serving Tray Attributed to Ercole Barovier

By Ercole Barovier

Located in Piacenza, Italy

during 1940s by Ercole Barovier. This item is a peculiar Venetian vintage tray with a mirror base on a

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Wood

Italian Mirror-Engraved Murano Glass Serving Tray Attributed to Ercole Barovier

H 1.97 in W 24.81 in D 15.75 in

Venetian Baroque Furniture by Giovanni Mariacher

By Giovanni Mariacher

Located in valatie, NY

is on Venetian Baroque furniture. Pieces include lighting, furniture, trays, mirrors, puppets

Category

20th Century Italian Books

Materials

Paper

Venetian Baroque Furniture by Giovanni Mariacher

H 12 in W 9 in D 0.25 in

Murano Twisted Rope Glass Vanity Tray

By Venini

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Murano Venetian glass mirrored vanity tray surmounted by twisted blown glass with finely detailed

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Glass

Materials

Brass

Murano Twisted Rope Glass Vanity Tray

H 1.75 in W 18 in D 9.75 in

Venini Style Murano Twisted Rope Glass Vanity Tray

By Venini

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Murano Venetian glass mirrored vanity tray surmounted by twisted blown glass with finely detailed

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Glass

Materials

Brass

Venini Style Murano Twisted Rope Glass Vanity Tray

H 2 in W 18 in D 10 in

Ercole Barovier Mirror-Engraved Red Murano Glass Italian Serving Tray, 1940s

By Ercole Barovier

Located in Roma, IT

wonderful object is a Venetian tray with mirror base and silverplated handles. It has a fantastic twisted

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Ercole Barovier Mirror-Engraved Red Murano Glass Italian Serving Tray, 1940s

H 1.58 in W 17.72 in D 13.59 in

Venetian Glass and Bronze Mirrored Tray Attributed to Pauly & C., Italy 1950

By Pauly & Co.

Located in Richmond, VA

A stunning Venetian mirrored tray meticulously crafted of twisted clear and red murano glass

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Venetian Glass and Bronze Mirrored Tray Attributed to Pauly & C., Italy 1950

H 1.88 in W 9.38 in D 13.63 in

Italian Venetian Murano Gold Gilt Large Oval Tray

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Incredibly pristine 1940s reverse etched glass mirror and gold fleck twist Murano glass handle

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Table Mirrors

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Italian Venetian Murano Gold Gilt Large Oval Tray

H 2.25 in W 21.75 in D 16 in

Venetian Etched Mirror and Emerald Murano Glass Rope Gilt Dolphin Handle Tray

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Italian Venetian and Murano glass, etched mirror gilt brass dolphin handle round tray. This

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass

Venetian Etched Mirror and Emerald Murano Glass Rope Gilt Dolphin Handle Tray

H 2 in Dm 12 in

C. 1920 Hand Etched Venetian Vanity Tray

Located in Los Angeles, CA

C. 1920 Hand etched Venetian vanity tray with silverplate handles. It is rimmed with twisted cobalt

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

C. 1920 Hand Etched Venetian Vanity Tray

H 9.5 in W 13.5 in D 1 in

Murano Venetian Twisted Glass Rope Round Mirrored Vanity Tray

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful Murano Venetian round glass reverse etched mirror tray with finely twisted clear glass

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Glass

Materials

Glass

Murano Venetian Twisted Glass Rope Round Mirrored Vanity Tray

H 1 in Dm 13 in

Murano Glass Etched Venetian Twisted Rope Tray by Ercole Barovier

By Ercole Barovier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage large Italian Murano glass etched mirrored tray. Twisted Murano glass rope surround detail

Category

20th Century Italian More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Brass, Gold Plate

Murano Glass Etched Venetian Twisted Rope Tray by Ercole Barovier

H 1.5 in W 27 in D 17 in

Superb Large Murano Glass Gallery/Vanity Tray

Located in Summerland, CA

Fabulous and large Murano tray with gilt and glass handles. The tray is bordered by a Venetian

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Superb Large Murano Glass Gallery/Vanity Tray

H 2.75 in W 27.5 in D 18 in

Stunning Large 1940s Murano Glass Barware Tray, Possibly by Barovier

By Barovier

Located in Vienna, Vienna

family workshop that still keeps an almost 800 years tradition of Venetian glass making still alive today

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Regency Barware

Materials

Brass

Stunning Large 1940s Murano Glass Barware Tray, Possibly by Barovier

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H 2.56 in W 24.02 in D 15.36 in

American Hollywood Regency Etched Glass, Mirror and Brass Three-Piece Vanity Set

Located in Port Hope, ON

" wide X 5.5" deep) with the movement by Sessions and a large vanity tray (21" X 11" X 2"). The three

Category

Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

American Hollywood Regency Etched Glass, Mirror and Brass Three-Piece Vanity Set

H 2 in W 21 in D 11 in

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Venetian Mirror Tray For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal venetian mirror tray for your home. Frequently made of glass, mirror and metal, every venetian mirror tray was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer venetian mirror tray, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each venetian mirror tray bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Venini and Ercole Barovier each produced at least one beautiful venetian mirror tray that is worth considering.

How Much is a Venetian Mirror Tray?

A venetian mirror tray can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,045, while the lowest priced sells for $325 and the highest can go for as much as $2,760.

Questions About Venetian Mirror Tray

What is a Venetian mirror?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
While polished metal mirrors have existed since ancient times, glass Venetian mirrors are thought to have first been produced on the Venetian island of Murano, in Italy, beginning in the 1500s (some research points to 1300 for Venetian mirrors). Set in ornate frames frequently bedecked with gold highlights or floral leaf designs, Venetian glass mirrors were handmade by artisans using refined, expert techniques for royalty and for members of the upper class. By the 17th century, Venetian mirrors were in high demand. Because antique Venetian glass mirrors are still very popular today, there are many knockoffs on the market. Today’s authentic Venetian mirrors are still produced only on the island of Murano.
How do I clean Venetian mirrors?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To clean Venetian mirrors, mix one part white vinegar with two parts warm water. Dampen a soft, lint-free cloth with the solution and wipe down the mirror. Then, wipe it again with a second cloth moistened only with water. Dry with a lint-free cloth. Find a variety of antique Venetian mirrors on 1stDibs.
How do you clean a Venetian mirror?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
Regular glass cleaners don’t contain that much vinegar. This means that these cleaners are good for mild cleansing, but for antique glass Venetian mirrors, which tend to get cloudy, a more thorough way to clean is to use only white vinegar. Dampen a clean soft cloth with a solution of white vinegar and water (one part vinegar to two parts water) and apply to your Venetian glass mirror. After you’ve cleaned your Venetian mirror with vinegar, clean the mirror with warm water on a soft cloth in order to get rid of the vinegar smell. Alternatively, if you have difficulty with the smell of vinegar, use rubbing alcohol instead (but be sure that you’re only applying these methods to the glass rather than the frame).
What are mirrored trays used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Mirrored trays are used for a variety of purposes. Often, people place them on dressing tables and vanities to hold toiletries. They can also be used to show off decorative accents, as their reflective surfaces allow details from all sides to be viewed from above. Some pieces may also be suitable for serving food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of mirrored trays.
How do you repair an antique Venetian mirror?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
Repairs and replacements can go toward devaluing any piece of antique or vintage furniture, and any modifications or repairs done to a centuries-old mirror should be handled by experts and executed with care. Because antique Venetian mirrors were handcrafted by Italian artisans and can in some cases be hundreds of years old, it is strongly recommended that you consult with experts in the field of restoring antique or decorative mirrors in the event that your piece should require restorative work.
What room do you put Venetian mirrors in?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
Ornate and elegant, Venetian mirrors obviously have their practical uses for any room in your house or apartment, but these works, which were handcrafted by skilled artisans on the Venetian island of Murano, in Italy, for centuries, are versatile. Given the broad array of shapes and sizes in which antique Venetian glass mirrors can be found — as well as the variety of designs — these mirrors can also be utilized as a decorative focal point, as if you’re hanging a painting or positioning a sculpture to brighten an otherwise drab corner of your home. Antique Venetian mirrors can be used in formal dining settings, where the opportunity for reflecting chandelier light or natural light from large windows is present, or even a bathroom, where the piece can be as useful as it is tasteful.

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