Frame - Wood, Gold, Red Cake - Neoclassical Style
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Elegant Neoclassical moulded wooden frame with genuine gold leaf on red bole, external 49.8 × 38.8 cm and internal 46.5 × 38.2 cm, Italian origin, 20th century dating to 1970–1980, in good overall condition.
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Elegant decorative frame made of wood and finished with real gold leaf applied over a traditional red bole preparation, a classic technique used in fine gilded frames to enhance the warmth and depth of the gold surface.
The frame features a simple and refined moulded profile, typical of Italian classical and neo-classical style frames, designed to complement paintings, prints, or drawings without overpowering the artwork. The red bole base subtly emerges through the patina, giving the gilding a rich and authentic character.
The clean lines and balanced proportions make this frame suitable for a wide range of artworks, particularly paintings, works on paper, or small to medium-sized canvases.
Type: moulded wooden frame
Finish: genuine gold leaf on red bole ground
Style: classical / neoclassical inspired frame
Period: 20th century
Origin: Italy
Dimensions
External dimensions: 49.8 cm x 38.8 cm
Internal dimensions (artwork size): 46.5 cm x 38.2 cm
Condition
Good overall condition with normal signs of age and minor wear consistent with use. The gilding shows a pleasant natural patina. There is a small chip on the lower right corner, visible in the photos.
A refined and versatile gilded frame, ideal for enhancing paintings or works on paper with a classic Italian touch.
Elegant decorative frame made of wood and finished with real gold leaf applied over a traditional red bole preparation, a classic technique used in fine gilded frames to enhance the warmth and depth of the gold surface.
The frame features a simple and refined moulded profile, typical of Italian classical and neo-classical style frames, designed to complement paintings, prints, or drawings without overpowering the artwork. The red bole base subtly emerges through the patina, giving the gilding a rich and authentic character.
The clean lines and balanced proportions make this frame suitable for a wide range of artworks, particularly paintings, works on paper, or small to medium-sized canvases.
Type: moulded wooden frame
Finish: genuine gold leaf on red bole ground
Style: classical / neoclassical inspired frame
Period: 20th century
Origin: Italy
Dimensions
External dimensions: 49.8 cm x 38.8 cm
Internal dimensions (artwork size): 46.5 cm x 38.2 cm
Condition
Good overall condition with normal signs of age and minor wear consistent with use. The gilding shows a pleasant natural patina. There is a small chip on the lower right corner, visible in the photos.
A refined and versatile gilded frame, ideal for enhancing paintings or works on paper with a classic Italian touch.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Neoclassical Style
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Red Cake, Gold, Wood
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
External height
38.8 cm
External width
49.8 cm
Internal height
46.5 cm
Internal width
35.2 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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