Brass · Marrakech
Hammered Metal Mirror
Mirrors framed in hand-hammered brass, copper, or nickel silver with embossed or engraved decorative patterns.
History & Cultural Context
Metal-framed mirrors combine the Seffarine metalworking tradition with practical home decor. Marrakech is the primary production center for decorative metalwork mirrors.
Materials
- Brass, copper, or nickel silver sheetHammered and shaped into mirror frames
Production Techniques
- Hand-hammering and engravingTraditional
Metal shaped with hammers and patterns carved with burins
Production Notes
Metal sheet hammered into a frame shape, engraved or embossed with patterns, then polished. Mirror glass set from behind. Available in round, rectangular, and arched shapes.
Quality Indicators
Quality
Deep, even embossingSmooth interior edge (no sharp points)
Price Ranges
Budget100 – 300 MAD(~$10 – $30)
Small round mirrors, simple patterns
Mid-range300 – 800 MAD(~$30 – $80)
Medium mirrors, detailed engraving
Premium800 – 2000 MAD(~$80 – $200)
Large statement mirrors, complex multi-technique work