Sunburst Mirrors

Decorator Style Sunburst Mirror Designs

A sunburst mirror offers a bold and stylish look for your home. These types of mirrors are typically seen in a gold or bronze color, a play on the sun theme, but can also be found in hues of silver and black. Most often the center mirror is round, with the sunburst rays spreading out from the central shape.

What is a sunburst mirror?

These mirror types feature a border that mimics the look of sun rays or a sunburst. A typical design will have border segments of various lengths that radiate out from the round center glass mirror. Other designs may have more abstract shapes on the sun theme.

What is the history of sunburst mirrors?

The look can be dated back the Middle Ages in Europe. The grand baroque palaces in Europe also used the design motif, especially the Palace of Versailles, which was built by the Sun King, Louis XIV. More recently, the look was popular in Mid-Century modern, space age atomic decor.

Where can a sunburst mirror be used?

Add one to an entry area to add a bright pop of style. They look great over a console table or fireplace in modern decor rooms. Or consider using a sunburst design in a vanity powder room to take the place of a more traditional mirror shape.

Wherever you use a sunburst style mirror it is sure to become a focal point of your room design. At Lamps Plus we offer a wide range of styles and finishes for this mirror type. If you need help in selecting a look for you, contact us to speak with one of our design experts. For more information and mirror hanging ideas, be sure to see our mirror tips video and article.