Sunburst mirrors

Sunburst mirrors are among the most graphic and spatially generous wall objects available to the decorator, capable of filling a wall with light and movement while occupying relatively little physical depth.

The collection reflects the breadth of materials and approaches that French makers brought to this form, from classical giltwood to mid-century rattan, rope, and ceramic. A giltwood example with convex glass represents the classical origin of the type, where gilded rays and a distorting mirror surface were made for grand interiors. Mid-century production introduced new materials with considerable skill: rope-wrapped frames attributed to Audoux-Minet, rattan radiating frames, and painted metal examples in white demonstrate how the sunburst form adapted naturally to modernist sensibilities. A Chaty Vallauris ceramic sunburst with convex glass brings the particular character of southern French studio craft, and a large layered gilt metal example with sunflower rays shows the decorative ambition that the form continued to attract into later decades.

These mirrors work across a wide range of rooms. Large examples command a living room or entryway wall with ease, while smaller pieces suit bedrooms and hallways, arranged individually or grouped with trumeau mirrors and wall sconces for a considered wall arrangement.

Each mirror is precisely measured, clearly documented, and professionally photographed, with condition and glass integrity carefully noted. Stock is updated in real time, and all mirrors ship directly from France, professionally packed to protect delicate frames and convex glass.

A sunburst mirror is one of the few decorative objects that works as well in a contemporary interior as it does in a classical one.