Round Mirrors and Sunburst Mirrors
Round framed mirrors
A round framed mirror presents the circular form within a continuous frame, in metal, wood, carved resin, or fabric-wrapped construction, that contains and defines the mirror's edge as a complete, resolved object. The frame finish does the decorative work without introducing radiating movement into the wall composition, making round framed mirrors well suited to rooms where a clean silhouette is the design priority.
Broadway, Cheshire, Dublin, and Cornelia are the confirmed round framed mirror pieces in this collection. Frame materials and finishes vary by piece, spanning metal, carved, and wood-framed constructions in finishes including gold leaf, brass, chrome, and dark metal across the range. Specific finish and dimension details for each piece are listed on the individual product pages within the mirrors collection.
Sunburst mirrors
A sunburst mirror extends radiating spokes or fins outward from a central circular mirror glass, creating a dynamic, sculptural wall presence that functions as wall art even when not in active use as a reflective surface. The radiating format amplifies the mirror's perceived scale on the wall beyond its actual diameter: a 30-inch sunburst mirror reads with the visual weight of a considerably larger flat round piece.
Sunburst mirrors are well suited to entryways, dining rooms, and living room feature walls where movement and visual energy are the design intention. They are less suited to rooms with strong existing pattern or busy wallcovering, where the radiating frame would compete rather than complement the existing pattern. The full range of sunburst and radiating-frame mirrors currently available is listed within the mirrors collection.
Sizing Oversized Mirrors for Your Space
A large round mirror placed above a console, sideboard, or fireplace surround should have a diameter of approximately two-thirds the width of the furniture beneath it. For a sofa wall, a diameter of 36 to 48 inches reads as a considered focal point without overwhelming the composition. In larger rooms with 10-foot or higher ceilings, diameters of 48 inches and above are appropriate and carry the visual weight the scale of the room demands.
Oversized mirrors at 48 inches and above in diameter are best positioned on walls with a minimum width of 60 inches and no competing vertical elements such as sconces, artwork, or shelving within 12 inches of the mirror’s edge. Large round mirrors in Canada are frequently used in entryways where ceiling height is standard and floor space is limited, because a circular format on the entry wall amplifies light and depth without requiring the floor clearance of a leaning or standing piece.
For sunburst mirrors, the diameter measurement should include the full spoke span, not just the central mirror glass. A sunburst with a 20-inch glass centre and 10-inch spokes carries an effective wall footprint of 40 inches, which affects both placement decisions and the minimum wall width required. Mobilart's design team can advise on specific diameter selection and wall placement during a complimentary consultation at the Montreal showroom or virtually.
Mobilart’s design consultants are available to advise on sizing, frame selection, and wall placement for round mirrors and oversized statement mirrors across any room context. Visit the 25,000 sq ft showroom at 8260 Devonshire, Mont-Royal to view the collection in person, or schedule a complimentary virtual consultation to explore options from wherever you are.