This black framed decorative wall mirror pairs bold carved detailing with a deep matte-black finish, bringing classic character to contemporary and traditional interiors alike. A steady performer in our Wall Mirrors line-up — chosen repeatedly by customers looking for ornate styling in a darker palette.
Design & Materials
The frame is built from a hardwood core with casting-resin ornamental work, giving you the look of a hand-carved antique black wall mirror at a fraction of the weight. Each corner features a generous scrolling acanthus motif with a central rosette, while the long edges carry a more restrained cartouche detail at their midpoints. A fine beaded moulding runs along the inner perimeter, creating a subtle border between frame and glass. The finish is a rich, uniform matte black — not distressed or antiqued — so the texture comes purely from the relief of the carvings rather than any surface treatment. The glass itself is clear and unadorned, without bevel, providing a crisp, distortion-free reflection that lets the ornate frame take centre stage.
Size & Placement
At 107 cm tall and 76 cm wide (with a frame depth of roughly 5 cm), this is a mid-sized rectangular mirror that fills a wall without overwhelming it. Hung portrait above a console table or sideboard, the proportions sit comfortably over furniture between 90 cm and 120 cm wide — we recommend leaving at least 10 cm of clear space on each side for visual balance. Flip it to landscape and it works beautifully as an overmantle mirror or a focal point above a dining table, much like the lifestyle image shown. The vintage black wall mirror aesthetic pairs naturally with warm timber furniture, brass lighting, and neutral walls, but the all-black finish is equally at home in a monochrome or industrial scheme. Because the base is flat, you could also lean it against a wall on a deep shelf or mantelpiece for a more relaxed look.
Hanging & Installation
Four D-loops are pre-fitted to the back of the frame — two positioned for portrait hanging and two for landscape — so you can choose your orientation without any modification. Simply position your wall screws to align with the centre of each corresponding D-loop and hang the mirror directly onto them. Do not use string, wire, or chain. At 9 kg, this is a manageable weight for one person to lift, though having a second pair of hands to hold it steady while you mark your drill points makes the job easier. Wall screws and rawl plugs are not included; choose fixings appropriate for your wall type — standard rawl plugs for masonry, or specialist plasterboard fixings for stud walls.
For a clean, flush-wall finish, we recommend pairing this mirror with our heavy-duty mirror fittings kit — a hook-and-loop back-plate system designed to sit flat against solid frames.
