Arte Veneziana / Wall Mirrors / Vattel French Style MFX-LDC-005-35

The French style mirror industry begins in 1665 when the French politician Jean-Baptiste Colbert persuaded some important Venetian masters to move to France.

That is the story behind French Style Mirrors. This style is different from the Venetian one. It is characterized by a deep grinding and a more geometric design.

A French mirror is in fact made of lots of different bevelled pieces that are close together and create an harmonious geometrical figure. A beautiful example is , an iconic mirror by Arte Veneziana that is made of 412 hand bevelled pieces. The most visible difference between a Venetian and a French mirror is the total absence of hand-blown glass decorations on the latter.

Structure made of antiqued fir wood with black finish. Crest and perimetral glass frames with bevelled glass with light antique finish.

Central heart-shaped decor and corner tiles made of blue silvered glass with hand made painted decorations.

Perimeter glass frames with decorative bevelling, shiny sphere engravings and light antique mirror finish.

Shiny sphere engravings. Decorative fixing screws made of antique brass.

The French Style collection by Arte Veneziana reflects the refined tradition of French decorative arts through precise mirrored craftsmanship and architectural balance. Inspired by classical Parisian interiors, the designs emphasize symmetry, geometric compositions, and deep bevelled glass elements that create a structured yet luminous visual effect.

Across mirrors and complementary furniture pieces, handcrafted engravings and meticulously assembled glass segments define a sophisticated aesthetic free from excessive ornamentation. The collection stands out for its geometric refinement, where historical influence, artisanal precision, and light interplay result in elegant and timeless compositions.