Ok, I know I said I wasn’t posting ….but I need a little help. My living room got painted (sorry for the i phone quality). And as I’ve said I am pretty sure I’m going to get a Venetian Mirror. This is the size of it. I think I’d rather go taller than wider. It is more narrow than what I want so I taped it off (I know it’s crooked) to get an idea.
What do you think?
This is the mirror . . . .
I’m thinking it might end up looking a bit like this….
Whatever I do I need to just take the plunge and go for it…. I’ve been thinking about this for, oh, like a year….
Happy Weekend!
xoxo
beth
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 9:30am
sometimes i hate honesty, but i have to tell you that i don't love that mirror….
i think the frame is too glitzy….but if that's the look you want, go for it.
i think something more silvery and still ornate, with less cut glass, would be my choice….
christine {bijouandboheme}
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 9:35am
I think it will be GORGEOUS!! Because it is narrow, I would just fill up the space one either side with something that didn't take away from the mirror- maybe an obalesque (no idea how to spell but I have a mirrored one on my fireplace and love it- a brass/gold one would also play nicely against your mirror)on one side and a white glass vase with flowers on other- two large matching urns on either side would look great too.
In any event, BUY the mirror- you won't regret it…promise!!! xxx
morganwhitneydee
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 9:36am
That is BEAUTIFUL mirror! Venetians are always worth the splurge and it would look fabulous on your mantle, you should just go for it :) It's something you'll be able to have forever.
Amber
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 9:43am
Yes, yes, yes. Love those mirrors a classic piece you will love forever, do it! Happy Halloween Amberx
Katherine
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 10:06am
looks pretty! and i like the proportions…
lisaroyhandbags
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 10:23am
I absolutely love it! It's stunning and it leaves a bit of space on both sides to add a few things. so pretty!!!
Callie Grayson
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 10:44am
I say go for it! I think is looks perfectly beautiful. I think the size works, you can place other items on your mantel on the sides like the image.
GO FOR IT!!
xx
callie
vicki archer
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 11:33am
It is a gorgeous mirror and if you feel it is to narrow for the space why not hang three pictures on either side in a run….would look fabulous. Maybe black and whites or even smaller distressed mirrors (in keeping with the Venetian glass) with simple silver frames…just a thought, xv.
leanne
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 12:00pm
go for it! gorgeous x
Julie Holloway
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 12:44pm
Yes! It will be amazing!
paula
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 2:34pm
Its GORGEOUS! it would so be like the inspiration pic. Love the new color too. so fresh.
Kelly Green
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 3:21pm
yes – take the plunge! KG
Ms. Fax
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 9:37pm
That is one of the loveliest Venetian mirrors ever – go for it!
Classic & inspiring…congrats on getting the brown out!
Maureen Sullivan Stemberg, Interiors
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 10:10pm
If no one has suggested it yet…Put a pair lovely (candle)sconces, to scale it correctly. In a bronze tone and have in wash in a silver over tone. Another idea, is get a set of four great printed & framed flowers in the color of your room…Flake two on either side. Your mirror, is lovely. Enjoy!~m.
jules @ The Diversion Project
Commented on October 29th, 2010 at 10:23pm
i say go for it, but dont hang it. it looks like hte tape you've put up is sitting up from the mantle a bit so i'm guessing you plan to hang it. I think it would be better sitting on the mantle like your inspriation pic, and that way it would leave a bit of room at the top which would look better proportionally.
i like vicki's idea too!
go on – can't lose!! jxx
Life love, clutter and other beautiful things.
Commented on October 30th, 2010 at 12:27am
I think it would look beautiful, can't wait to see the finished result.
Have a lovely rest of the week xox
Charlotta Ward
Commented on October 30th, 2010 at 6:19am
I think you are absolutely right to go with a taller mirror, however I must agree with Beth in that I think the style may be a little too lavish. I'd go for something a little less ornate for this room. I think it will last longer style wise.
Best of luck with it all!
x Charlotta
The French Maid
Commented on October 30th, 2010 at 10:48am
Gorgeous…just do it!
–Lee Ann
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Alcira Molina-Ali
Commented on October 30th, 2010 at 11:05am
I really love your plan .
I have a taller, narrower mirror on my mantel and I love how it raises the eyes.
Can't wait to see the beauty unveiled.
Alcira
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Miz.November
Commented on October 30th, 2010 at 12:10pm
Um.. hells yeah. Please go for it. It looks perfect.
bink and boo
Commented on October 31st, 2010 at 2:24pm
Just do it! It will look la la lovely {wink}.
Jen of Made By Girl
Commented on November 1st, 2010 at 12:22am
it is a bit narrow…but if you want it- i say get it!
However i would add a few taller items on each side to balance things out! :))))))))
Sue H @ Astrachic Studio
Commented on November 1st, 2010 at 1:15am
Love the Mirror. Will look great
over the festive season too.
Have a great week.
Sue
drey
Commented on November 2nd, 2010 at 8:39am
i love the mirror, adds a little bling to the space without going totally overboard with gilt :)
esp when you add some other things to the mantlepiece :)
Island Missy
Commented on November 2nd, 2010 at 9:46am
I love the look of a Venetian mirrors on a pedestal, on top of chimneys and even in a not so bright corner of a room. It adds glamour and personality.I've seen many window's of antique shops displying these lately here in Paris. Are they making some kind of comeback ? I say go for it, it's lovely.
Brooke
Commented on November 2nd, 2010 at 10:02pm
do it! it's la la lovely! you can't go wrong with that mirror! xo