A fine English sorcerers or bullseye mirror from the 19th century, with nine reverse ground optics and an acid-etched floral border, framed in mahogany.

Sorcerer mirrors were an early 16th century design, used to throw light around via the convex optics, thereby giving them "magical powers" - hence the name alluding to a magician or alchemist.

Dimensions: Diameter 15 inches x Depth 1 3/4 inches.

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English Round Sorcerer's or Bullseye Convex Mirror (Diameter 15)

$2,395

H 1.75 in. x Diameter 15 in.

Inventory Number: BB080

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A fine English sorcerers or bullseye mirror from the 19th century, with nine reverse ground optics and an acid-etched floral border, framed in mahogany.

Sorcerer mirrors were an early 16th century design, used to throw light around via the convex optics, thereby giving them "magical powers" - hence the name alluding to a magician or alchemist.

Dimensions: Diameter 15 inches x Depth 1 3/4 inches.