Pier glass

In today's world, Pier glass has become a topic of increasing interest to a wide variety of people. Whether we are talking about Pier glass on a personal, professional, cultural or social level, its importance is undeniable. In this article, we will thoroughly explore the impact and relevance of Pier glass in our daily lives. From its origins to its influence on today's society, we will examine the many facets of Pier glass and how it has evolved over time. Through detailed analysis and deep reflections, we hope to provide a comprehensive view of Pier glass and its role in the modern world.

Late-19th century giltwood pier glass, with classical urn foliage and wheat ear cresting. This is the classic form of the pier glass. Christie's South Kensington, 14 March 2008

A pier glass or trumeau mirror is a mirror which is placed on a pier, i.e. a wall between two windows supporting an upper structure.

It is therefore generally of a long and tall shape to fit the space. It may be as a hanging mirror or as mirrored glass affixed flush to the pier, in which case it is sometimes of the same shape and design as the windows themselves. This was a common decorating feature in the reception rooms of Neoclassical 18th-century houses.

A pier table or console table typically stood below the pier glass; very often these were made as a matching set.

Trumeau mirrors

Large 18th-century Rococo pier glass in the Amalienburg Pavilion, Schloss Nymphenburg.

A trumeau mirror is a type of wall mirror originally manufactured in France in the later 18th century. It takes its name from the French word trumeau, which designates the space between windows. Such a mirror, usually rectangular, could also hang above an overmantel. A decorative carved or painted scene was the prominent characteristic, and could dominate the actual mirror.

Notes

  1. ^ "Definition of Pier Glass by Merriam-Webster". Merriam-Webster. Retrieved 17 March 2017.
  2. ^ Ralph Edwards (1974). The Shorter Dictionary of English Furniture: From the Middle Ages to the Late Georgian Period. Country Life Books. p. 364. ISBN 0600430820.
  3. ^ Mark Hinchman (2 January 2014). The Fairchild Books Dictionary of Interior Design. A&C Black. p. 193. ISBN 978-1-60901-534-3.
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