Venetian Style mirrors are Arte Veneziana’s pride and joy. There are some simple tips to recognise a Venetian style mirror. The most famous are the beautiful floral engravings or rich mythological and bucolic scenes.
The most famous characters are the typical engraved curl finishings together with the depiction of Bacco, Justice or the well-know Venetian Eighteenth-century and . Crystal colored Murano decorative flowers, leaves, twisted ropes and multicoloured glass paste rosettes embellish each Venetian mirror. The result is a unique item comparable to a work of art for craftsmanship and excellence in its execution.
Last but not least: do not worry if the mirror's decorations seem badly fixed. Our master artisans preserve the historical tradition in avoiding to fix the glass parts. In fact leaving those parts mobile and tying them with an iron wire is the correct procedure both to respect Venetian roots and above all, to avoid damage and breakage of the glass.
The Iustitia mirror from the is one of the symbols of Arte Veneziana. This kind of mirror was created in Murano and uses the engraving technique together with the lightness of the crystal rose decorations. Originally the nobles would affix the coat of arms to the crest to symbolize the power of the family.
The name Iustitia derives from the incision on the upper part of the mirror, the crest, which depicts the Roman mythological figure of Iustitia holding a scale in one hand and the sword in the other.
The Lustitia mirror is an entirely Venetian style mirror Made in Italy by our skilled team of artisans and craftsmen. This luxury accessory is completely custom made to specifications according to any design pattern.
Structure made of fir wood with antique finish. Central handmade glass with heavy antique mirrored finish. Frames and crest made of engraved glass with heavy antique mirrored finish.
Engravings of floral motifs and the depiction of the mythological character of Justice.
Decorative leaves, curls, rosettes and twisted ropes made of crystal coloured Murano glass.
