Short history of mirrors
The earliest mirrors date from 6000BC and were made from polished stone such as obsidian, a naturally occurring volcanic glass. Around the 16th century, the early frames were usually of ivory, silver, ebony, or tortoiseshell. By the end of the 18th century, painted decoration replaced ornate carvings. Frames were then embellished with floral patterns or classical ornaments.
Mirrors are commonly used for personal grooming or admiring ones self (in which case the old-fashioned term "looking-glass" can be used), decoration, and architecture. Mirrors are also used these days to help a room feel larger by the reflection increasing the spacial appearance.
A hint when hanging a mirror is to hang it in a place where it will reflect on a nice uncluttered area thus enhancing the room. If it reflects a messy area in effect you are doubling the appearance of the messy area leaving you with a cluttered environment.
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