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Can any decorative element match the impact of a mirror? They make small rooms feel larger, and large rooms feel warmer. They elevate any interior by reflecting its light, artwork, and of course, fetching inhabitants. Mirrors have always been PAGODA RED must-haves \u2014 whether they feature\u00a0symbolic carvings, time-worn details or graceful shapes, we\u2019re most drawn to those with interesting tales to tell. Here we gather the fairest of them all, and explain how each can do more than just hang about.<\/p>\n

Contemporary Art<\/h2>\n

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Cracked Ice Mirror<\/a><\/p>\n

Our favorite present-day pieces are strongly rooted in the past. The many facets of our Cracked Ice Mirror give it the sparkle and movement of a finely cut gem \u2014 but the design takes its inspiration from an ancient Chinese pattern called ice-ray. The historic design, which still graces windows, garden gates and more across China, aims to capture the natural beauty of ice crystals forming atop quiet waters. A piece like this has all the presence and personality of a modern abstract painting \u2014 which is how we\u2019d position it in within a room. Treated as one would an important work of art, a mirror of this caliber could both anchor and enliven a space.<\/span><\/p>\n

Architectural\u00a0Interest<\/h2>\n

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Set of Seven Mirrored Courtyard Panels<\/a><\/p>\n

Now and then, we discover<\/span> spectacular groups of decorative doors in our travels, and we love helping our clientele find ways to use them creatively. For example, this set of Cantonese, 19<\/span>th<\/span> century courtyard panels could become an elegant accent wall within a formal dining room. The delicate fretwork of\u00a0the doors are backed by mirrors, which add dimension and draw the eye toward the intricately carved details. We can\u2019t help but imagine how incredible the panels (not to mention dinner guests) might look by candlelight.<\/span><\/p>\n

Age Honored<\/h2>\n

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Asian Ridge Framed Mirror<\/a><\/p>\n

There\u2019s something deeply romantic about a patina-rich mirror that bears the marks of time. Take our\u00a0Asian Ridge Framed\u00a0Mirror. The piece hails from 1900<\/span>, and includes\u00a0the\u00a0original hand-silvered glass. Refined details like the hand-lacquered frame add further allure. These are the pieces that lend a collected, soulful air to any space \u2014 even brand new builds \u2014 and give the impression of a life well lived. \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Master Storyteller<\/h2>\n

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Reflective Opium Tray<\/a><\/p>\n

Learning the provenance of a beautiful item is always interesting. But the history of this reflective tray, designed to corral the ornate accoutrements of opium smoking, is unusually captivating. Its ethereal beauty is undoubtedly heightened by its storied past. Dating from the mid 19<\/span>th<\/span> century (when Chinese opium use was at its peak) the mirror has softened magnificently over time. Such a singular piece could be hung on any wall that might benefit from the warm glow of hand-silvering, or lain flat (atop a table or ottoman) as a luminous stage for displaying <\/span>objets d\u2019art\u2014not to mention, sparking endless conversation. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Stand Alone<\/h2>\n

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Rosewood Table Screen<\/a><\/p>\n

Portable screens have long been staples in Chinese households. From large versions used to reconfigure entire rooms, to small, table-top screens designed to shield scholars from work disruption, these architectural chameleons hew to the form-follows-function edict. This mirrored example is made of carved rosewood, and ornamented with fruits and flowers \u2014 meant to convey luck and prosperity to the viewer. We\u2019d put it through its practical and decorative paces \u2014 using it to block drafts, glares or distracting views, or to create intimate \u201cmoments\u201d within large expanses of space.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For more, browse our ever-evolving collection of antique and contemporary mirrors<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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