Glas mäster table mirror
This rare table mirror was produced in the 1960s by Glas Mäster in Markaryd, Sweden. It is constructed entirely in brass, including the base, stem, and frame, which encases a circular mirror. The design demonstrates a restrained yet refined modernist aesthetic consistent with Scandinavian mid-century principles—functional, well-proportioned, and reduced to essential geometries.
The form consists of a flat, round base with a slim vertical stem that supports a circular frame housing the mirror. The mirror tilts slightly backward, suggesting it was designed as a dressing or vanity mirror. The construction emphasizes clarity of line and material, with precise metalwork and minimal visible hardware. The solid brass has developed a rich golden tone with a naturally occurring patina, particularly around the base and frame edges, reflecting its age and authentic finish.
The mirror’s surface is clear and structurally intact, while the brass exhibits typical signs of age such as small areas of oxidation and scattered surface marks. These characteristics enhance the visual depth of the piece without compromising its functionality. The underside retains its original maker’s label, confirming its origin in Markaryd and its association with Glas Mäster, a regional Swedish manufacturer known for combining high-quality metal and glass craftsmanship.
Glas Mäster operated as a maker of both domestic and commercial glassware and mirror products, often in collaboration with Swedish designers or as independent production for quality furnishings. Although the designer of this piece remains unknown, its manufacturing quality, material integrity, and form are consistent with Swedish mid-century design ideals: purity of form, durability, and clarity of function.
Dimensions (cm) | W: 32 / D: 19 / H: 43 |
Producer | Glas Mäster |
Decade | 1960s |
Country | Sweden |
Style | Mid Century, Scandinavian Modern |
Material | Brass, Mirrored Glass |
Designed in | 1960s |
Item Number | 119150 |