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Pair of carved and lacquered wooden frames in Venetian Baroque style – 20th century

Elegant pair of decorative frames made in carved and lacquered wood in ivory-white tones with a pleasant shabby chic patina and signs of use. The frames feature rich decorations of volutes and foliate motifs in Venetian Baroque taste, characterized by sinuous lines and refined hand-carved details.

The pieces, of different sizes, stand out for their strong decorative impact and versatility of use, making them ideal for paintings, prints, mirrors or as wall decoration elements. The surfaces show natural signs of time, minor wear, cracks and conservation restorations compatible with age and use, as visible in the attached photographs.

Era: second half of the 20th century
Material: carved and lacquered wood
Style: Venetian Baroque / Rococo
Origin: Southern Europe
Conditions: good overall condition with signs of use, lacquer wear, cracks and small detachments of wood compatible with age and function.

Measurements

Large frame

* External dimensions: 53 × 42 cm
* Internal opening: 46 × 35 cm

Small frame

* External dimensions: 45 × 35 cm
* Internal opening: 40 × 30 cm

Usage

Perfect for enhancing engravings, vintage photographs, small paintings or decorative mirrors. Ideal in classic, country chic, Provençal or shabby chic interiors.

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Pair of Carved and Lacquered Wooden Frames in Venetian Baroque Style – 20th Century

Elegant pair of decorative wooden frames finely carved and finished in an ivory-white lacquer with an attractive distressed shabby-chic patina. The frames feature rich scrolling foliage and ornamental motifs inspired by Venetian Baroque and Rococo aesthetics, showcasing graceful curves and finely carved details.

The two frames differ in size and offer strong decorative appeal, making them suitable for paintings, prints, mirrors, or as standalone wall décor. The surfaces display natural wear, age-related cracks, minor restorations, and traces of use consistent with their age and decorative purpose, all visible in the accompanying photographs.

Period: Second half of the 20th century
Material: Carved and lacquered wood
Style: Venetian Baroque / Rococo Revival
Origin: Southern Europe
Condition: Good overall condition with age and use-related wear, lacquer losses, shrinkage cracks, and minor restorations consistent with age.

Dimensions

Large frame

* External dimensions: 53 × 42 cm
* Internal opening: 46 × 35 cm

Small frame

* External dimensions: 45 × 35 cm
* Internal opening: 40 × 30 cm

Suggested Use

Ideal for displaying engravings, photographs, paintings, or decorative mirrors. Particularly suitable for classic, country house, Provençal, and shabby-chic interiors.