Girandole Mirrors and Bullseye Mirrors

These Federal style mirrors, often called Girandole mirrors, derive their name from the candle arms, called girandoles, which were originally attached to wall mirrors to reflect light into a room. These mirrors are sometimes called Bullseye mirrors especially when convex mirror glass is used. A large girandole mirror with convex glass can reflect an entire room. Pairs of girandoles and were frequently used flanking a fireplace. Girandole mirrors were popular in both England and America in the 18th century. All our girandole mirrors can have candle arms attached.