{"product_id":"vintage-oakland-framed-wall-mirror-with-kaufher-s-label-circa-1940s-1960s","title":"Vintage Oakland Framed Wall Mirror With Kaufher’s Label, Circa 1940s–1960s","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex h-svh w-screen flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative z-0 flex min-h-0 w-full flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex min-h-0 w-full flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"@container\/main relative flex min-w-0 flex-1 flex-col -translate-y-[calc(env(safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)\/2)] pt-[calc(env(safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)\/2)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-scroll-root=\"\" class=\"@w-sm\/main:[scrollbar-gutter:var(--stage-scroll-gutter)] touch:[scrollbar-width:none] group\/scroll-root relative flex min-h-0 min-w-0 flex-1 flex-col [scrollbar-gutter:stable] not-print:overflow-x-clip not-print:overflow-y-auto group-data-stream-active\/scroll-root:[overflow-anchor:none] scroll-pt-(--header-height) [--sticky-padding-top:var(--header-height)] [--sticky-padding-bottom:0px] [--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-top:calc(var(--sticky-padding-top)+env(safe-area-inset-top,0px))] [--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom:calc(var(--sticky-padding-bottom)+var(--screen-keyboard-height,0px)+env(safe-area-inset-bottom,0px))] [--scroll-root-safe-area-height:calc(100lvh-var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-top)-var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom))] has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xl]:@w-xl\/main:scroll-pt-0 has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xl]:@w-xl\/main:[--sticky-padding-top:0px] has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xxl]:@w-2xl\/main:scroll-pt-0 has-data-[fixed-header=less-than-xxl]:@w-2xl\/main:[--sticky-padding-top:0px]\" data-scroll-from-top=\"\"\u003e\u003cmain class=\"min-h-0 flex-1\" id=\"main\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"thread\" class=\"group\/thread flex flex-col min-h-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" class=\"composer-parent flex flex-1 flex-col focus-visible:outline-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a080e05-7158-83e8-8030-46a2bcd11751-0\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a080e05-7158-83e8-8030-46a2bcd11751-0\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a080e05-7158-83e8-8030-46a2bcd11751-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-44\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a7f5829b-ff19-48ad-9362-e2d8c3b974d6\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5-thinking\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1bcf42u\" data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003eA vintage rectangular wall mirror set in a warm brown wood frame with a narrow gold-tone beaded inner trim. The frame has a classic mid-century traditional profile: simple, structured, and lightly decorative without becoming overly ornate, because restraint did briefly exist before everything became “modern farmhouse.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003eThe back retains an original paper label from \u003cstrong data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003eKaufher’s\u003c\/strong\u003e, a former Oakland, California shop offering pictures, framing, and religious goods at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003e2107 San Pablo Ave.\u003c\/strong\u003e The label gives the mirror a nice layer of regional provenance and places it within the world of mid-century neighborhood framing shops, where mirrors, devotional art, family portraits, and household pieces were framed locally rather than purchased from a warehouse with a fake French name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ttlky4\" data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003eThe mirror features a rectangular wood frame with mitered corners, a medium brown finish, and a gold-tone beaded liner along the inside edge. The glass appears to be a standard flat mirror panel rather than an elaborate beveled mirror, though this should be checked in person before final listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"3162\"\u003eThe reverse has a cardboard backing with a hanging wire and an old framer’s label. The label reads \u003cstrong data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"3059\"\u003eKaufher’s, Since 1928, Pictures • Framing • Religious Goods, 2107 San Pablo Ave., Oakland, Calif., TE. 2-2456\u003c\/strong\u003e. The telephone exchange-style number supports a mid-century attribution, likely \u003cstrong data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003ecirca 1940s–1960s\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1vshzo8\" data-start=\"3164\" data-end=\"3187\"\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3189\" data-end=\"3463\"\u003eThis mirror is especially appealing because of its original Oakland framing label. Small neighborhood frame shops played an important role in mid-century home interiors, offering custom framing for mirrors, religious prints, portraits, certificates, and decorative wall art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3465\" data-end=\"3809\"\u003eThe combination of wood frame, gold inner bead, cardboard backing, wire hanger, and telephone exchange label places this piece comfortably in the mid-20th century. The shop’s “Since 1928” wording refers to the business history, while the mirror itself is best dated more conservatively to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3758\" data-end=\"3773\"\u003e1940s–1960s\u003c\/strong\u003e based on construction and labeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"3957\"\u003eIts understated traditional style makes it easy to place in an entryway, hallway, bedroom, powder room, gallery wall, or layered antique vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"3959\" data-end=\"3971\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"4416\"\u003eVintage condition with visible wear consistent with age and use. The wood frame shows scuffs, scratches, finish wear, edge wear, and small marks throughout. The cardboard backing is aged and torn in areas, with an older wire hanger present. The original shop label remains visible on the reverse. Mirror glass appears intact from the photos, though surface scratches, silvering loss, or clouding should be checked closely before final listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"189qedo\" data-start=\"4418\" data-end=\"4436\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"4438\" data-end=\"5309\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"4438\" data-end=\"4462\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4438\" data-end=\"4462\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"4438\" data-end=\"4447\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"4447\" data-end=\"4462\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"4473\" data-end=\"5309\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4473\" data-end=\"4514\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4473\" data-end=\"4480\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eItem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4480\" data-end=\"4514\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRectangular framed wall mirror\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4515\" data-end=\"4543\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4515\" data-end=\"4522\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"4522\" data-end=\"4543\"\u003eCirca 1940s–1960s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4544\" data-end=\"4591\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4544\" data-end=\"4557\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eShop Label\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"4557\" data-end=\"4591\"\u003eKaufher’s, Oakland, California\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4592\" data-end=\"4648\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4592\" data-end=\"4608\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLabel Address\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4608\" data-end=\"4648\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e2107 San Pablo Ave., Oakland, Calif.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4704\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4666\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLabel Services\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"4666\" data-end=\"4704\"\u003ePictures, framing, religious goods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4705\" data-end=\"4764\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4705\" data-end=\"4713\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4713\" data-end=\"4764\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eTraditional, mid-century, vintage framed mirror\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4765\" data-end=\"4843\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4765\" data-end=\"4776\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4776\" data-end=\"4843\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eWood frame, mirror glass, cardboard backing, metal hanging wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4844\" data-end=\"4907\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4844\" data-end=\"4853\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4853\" data-end=\"4907\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eMedium brown wood with gold-tone beaded inner trim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4908\" data-end=\"4931\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4908\" data-end=\"4916\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4916\" data-end=\"4931\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eRectangular\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4932\" data-end=\"4993\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4932\" data-end=\"4942\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBacking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"4942\" data-end=\"4993\"\u003eAged cardboard backing with original shop label\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4994\" data-end=\"5084\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4994\" data-end=\"5006\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"5006\" data-end=\"5084\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eVintage wear, scuffs, scratches, aged\/torn backing, original label present\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"5085\" data-end=\"5142\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"5085\" data-end=\"5098\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"5098\" data-end=\"5142\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eAdd exact measurements before publishing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"5143\" data-end=\"5190\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"5143\" data-end=\"5152\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5152\" data-end=\"5190\"\u003eAdd exact weight before publishing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"5191\" data-end=\"5309\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"5191\" data-end=\"5207\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"5207\" data-end=\"5309\"\u003eEntry mirror, hallway mirror, powder room mirror, bedroom accent, gallery wall, vintage wall decor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1gegj36\" data-start=\"5311\" data-end=\"5343\"\u003eWhy This Belongs in Your Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5345\" data-end=\"5592\"\u003eThis mirror has the quiet charm of a true local-framed vintage piece. The wood frame is simple and warm, the gold beaded trim adds just enough detail, and the original Oakland label gives it a story beyond “brown mirror, survived several garages.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5594\" data-end=\"5856\"\u003eStyle it in an entryway, bedroom, powder room, hallway, or layered gallery wall. 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