French Mid-Century Raffia and Ceramic Roundel Mirror
- Height: 30.5 cm / 12.0 in
- Width: 30.5 cm / 12.0 in
- Depth: 1 cm / 0.4 in
French Mid-Century Raffia and Ceramic Roundel Mirror
This French mid-century raffia and ceramic roundel mirror combines natural woven fibre with richly coloured glazed ceramics in a compact, highly decorative composition. A circular mirror is set into a square raffia-covered panel, while a carefully spaced ring of individually crafted ceramic roundels frames the glass.
The roundels are glazed in a warm palette of olive green, amber, golden ochre, and earthy tones. Their subtle variations in colour and surface give the mirror an organic, handcrafted quality, while the natural beige raffia provides a quiet background that allows the ceramic accents to stand out.
Woven Raffia and Ceramic Decoration
The combination of woven raffia and glazed ceramic gives this mirror its distinctive tactile character. The natural fibre creates a softly textured ground, contrasting with the harder, more luminous surfaces of the ceramic roundels.
Arranged evenly around the circular mirror, the individual discs create a measured decorative rhythm. At the same time, slight differences in their glaze and texture prevent the composition from feeling overly formal, preserving the charm of handmade craftsmanship.
Geometric Mid-Century Composition
The square panel and central circular mirror establish a simple geometric structure. This contrast between straight and curved forms gives the piece a calm visual balance, while the colourful ceramic ring introduces warmth and movement.
With its compact 30.5 cm square format and exceptionally shallow 1 cm depth, the mirror is particularly well suited to intimate spaces. It can be displayed above a small console or dressing table, in an entryway, or as part of a larger decorative wall arrangement.
French Artisanal Design Around 1950
The use of natural vegetable fibres, clay, and mineral-inspired glazes reflects the broader French interest in artisanal materials during the mid-20th century. Mediterranean influences were especially evident in decorative objects that combined rustic materials with expressive colour and handcrafted surfaces.
Dating to around 1950, this mirror embodies that material-driven approach. Its restrained geometry and warm palette make it an appealing example of French mid-century decorative craft, with a character that remains equally effective in vintage and contemporary interiors.
Details
- Type: Decorative wall mirror
- Style: French Mid-Century / artisanal decorative design
- Period: Circa 1950
- Place of origin: France
- Materials: Woven raffia, ceramic, and mirror glass
- Frame: Square woven raffia panel
- Mirror: Circular central mirror
- Decoration: Ring of individually glazed ceramic roundels
- Glaze Colours: Olive green, amber, golden ochre, and earthy tones
- Character: Organic, geometric, colourful, and handcrafted
- Condition: Good vintage condition; raffia intact and ceramic roundels undamaged
Dimensions
- Height: 30.5 cm / 12.0 in
- Width: 30.5 cm / 12.0 in
- Depth: 1 cm / 0.4 in
| Product Dimensions: | |
|---|---|
| Height | 30.5 cm (12.01 in) |
| Width | 30.5 cm (12.01 in) |
| Depth | 1.0 cm (0.39 in) |
| Date of Manufacture | |
| Restoration | No |
| Condition | Minor Losses |
| Color | Clear Glass |
| Country Of Origin | France |
| Item Condition | Excellent |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Period | Mid 20th century |
| Techniques | handmade |
| Product style | Mid-Century |
| Shipping measurement: | |
| Height | 30.5 cm (12.01 in) |
| Width | 30.5 cm (12.01 in) |
| Depth | 1 cm (0.39 in) |
| Weight | 4.4 lbs (2 kgs) |
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