Vintage Federal Eagle Figural Bulls Eye Mirror

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BID WITH CONFIDENCE! "WANTEDANTIQUESINC" , by law is: LICENSED, BONDED, INSURED BY THE STATE OF FLORIDA - LICENSE #AB2453. This authorizes Wanted Antiques Inc. to hold auctions, both live and online, as well as to consign items for auction. Wanted Antiques is pleased to offered up for auction this super vintage convex wood/bulls eye mirror in the Federal style. It has 13 balls to represent the 13 original colonies and an ornate eagle on top enhances the design. It measures approximately 31" height X 23" width. It likely dates to the 1950s and has hardly any wear at all. This piece is in beautiful condition and ready to hang. Bull's-eye mirrors were introduced in the later 18th century. The convex mirror also created an optical amusement, as the reflection shows a condensed view of the room and a distorted reflection of the viewer. This novelty was especially popular from around 1805 through the 1850s. Note the spread eagle, the national bird of the United States, at the top of the mirror. This decoration was typical of the Federal style, which dominated American-made furniture from the Revolution through the 1830s. The eagle symbolizes power, strength and freedom, which were particularly meaningful characteristics in the early 19th century, when the nation was young. It appeared on many types of furniture throughout the period. Federal style was based on Neoclassicism, which harkened back to decorative motifs from Classical Greece and Rome. This appealed to Americans as a symbol of their democratic government, modeled on Greek and Roman democracy. This would be wonderful gift. We have similar items listed so please check our other auctions . We combine shipping on multiple purchases. YOU CAN PICK-UP OR INSPECT LISTED ITEMS AT OUR eBay TRADING POST AT 333 KING ST. (OR 90 FORREST AVE), COCOA, FL. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK - M - S 9 AM - 5 PM AND SUN.12(NOON) - 5 PM. BUYER PAYS FOR ACTUAL SHIPPING AND HANDLING COSTS. INSURANCE IS BASED UPON SELLING PRICE. IF INSURANCE IS REFUSED, BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE AND ITEM CAN'T BE RETURNED. FLORIDA BUYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR 6% SALES TAX. SHIPPING INFO PLEASE READ! If our shipping costs seem excessive, are some shipper links for you to check. To estimate your shipping other than the default please use these links: Click DHL Shipping Click UPS Shipping Click Greyhound Shipping The shipping calculator factors in a handling charge on all items. Packing doesn't appreciably add to the weight of an item but it DOES add to the size of the package being shipped and THAT will change the cost. If you want to bid on an item that has $20 S&H and you have budgeted $50 then only bid $30. Your fellow ebayer has the same advantage or disadvantage as you. INSURANCE CLAIMS: When you elect to take out insurance on the items you have purchased it is your responsibility to file the insurance claim in the unlikely event a claim is needed. This is the policy of the carrier (i.e. UPS, USPS, DHL, etc.) and not of wantedantiquesinc. We will be happy to advise you in filing your claim. Just call us at and we will do what we can. SHIPPING/HANDLING TIME: We at "wantedantiquesinc" ship a large number of items each and every day. We make every effort to ship expeditiously but due to the volume of our shipping department we require up to 10 days before we ship your item. This time is especially needed when delicate or large items are shipped. Our "handling fee" that is included in our shipping cost is t to defray the expenses of having a shipping department. For instance, we have to supply the "popcorn", the "bubble wrap", the boxes, wrapping paper, etc., and we also employ professional "packers". We do our utmost to insure that your package arrives safely. In the event that you pay for your item by check, cashiers check, money order, or "other" non Pay Pal method, your item will NOT be processed UNTIL your payment method has cleared our financial institution. That is usually 7 days for instate payment ... read more

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