John Richard Mirrors
Frame construction and finish
John Richard mirrors are characterised by the exceptional quality of their frame construction. Carved wood, cast resin, and metal forms are finished by hand using gold leaf, silver leaf, antiqued lacquer, and painted techniques that reference historic European and Asian decorative traditions. Gilt-frame pieces including Reese Gold, Andora, and Cayenne suit warm interiors with rich textiles and wood tones; silver and pewter finishes including Volta Silver and Douglas read well in cooler, more architectural interiors.
Frames are not mass-produced. The hand-applied finish process means each piece carries minor natural variation that is considered part of the object's character, a distinction that separates John Richard from any production-line alternative at a comparable price point.
Mirror glass techniques
Several John Richard mirrors employ specialised glass techniques including bevelling, antiquing, and eglomisé, the practice of reverse painting on glass that references 18th and 19th century European mirror-making traditions. Antiqued mirror glass, used in pieces including Briarwood and Elixir, creates a patinated, aged reflective surface that reads differently from standard clear glass: warmer, softer, and more atmospheric in the room.
These glass treatments are a significant part of why John Richard mirrors function as wall art rather than purely reflective surfaces. They hold visual interest and carry decorative weight even in rooms where a mirror is not the functional priority.
Specifying John Richard for Trade Projects
John Richard mirrors are regularly specified by interior designers and architects for luxury residential and hospitality projects. Their frame quality, material character, and dimensional range make them well-suited to feature walls, entry halls, dining rooms, and principal reception spaces where a considered decorative object is required rather than a standard reflective panel.
Mobilart’s Trade Program provides registered design professionals with access to exclusive pricing, dedicated project support, and priority consultation with the Mobilart design team for large-scale or multi-piece specifications. Design professionals can apply by submitting a short application with professional credentials; once approved, a dedicated account contact is assigned and trade pricing is applied across Mobilart’s full collection of furniture, lighting, and décor. The program also includes access to Mobilart’s in-house design team for product selection, space planning, and material guidance.
White-glove delivery is complimentary within a 60 km radius across Canada; for project addresses beyond 60 km, a delivery fee applies. Delivery includes in-room placement and complete packaging removal, appropriate for fragile, high-value mirror pieces. For more information on delivery scope and scheduling, visit our white-glove delivery service page. For project inquiries involving multiple John Richard pieces or full-room specifications, a complimentary showroom consultation at 8260 Devonshire, Mont-Royal is the recommended starting point.
To explore the John Richard mirror collection in person, visit Mobilart’s 25,000 sq ft showroom at 8260 Devonshire, Mont-Royal. Complimentary design consultations are available in-store and virtually for buyers who want guidance on piece selection, scale, and placement within a specific project.