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The period recognised and defined as the Art Deco period was 1925 through to 1939 . Art Deco not only influenced the design of buildings and interiors but also was prevalent in fashion, paintings, mirrors and film throughout this time period.

The basis of the Art Deco style is that of recurring mathematical geometric designs. Two of the most popular patterns created were the “chevron” and “sunburst motif”. These have been used to great effect in stunning Art Deco Mirrors.

But why is it called “Art Deco”? During the period in which it was originally popular it was not referred to as Art Deco. The term comes from the title of an exposition in Paris called “Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes”. The actual term Art Deco however did not become the prevalent term to describe this style until 1968 when art historian Bevis Hillier released the book Art Deco of the 20s and 30s”

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