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Italian handcrafted wooden carved frame

Description

Elegant Italian decorative frame, handmade by artisans in wood, characterized by ornamental relief work.

The frame comes from a family collection and was made by a Palermo craftsman who worked in his small artisan workshop in Palermo.

The piece thus represents not only a decorative element but also a testimony to Italian artisanal production of the 20th century and to Sicilian decorative tradition.

The structure features manual workmanship especially evident in the decorative details and in the carved decorations. Its compact proportions make it suitable for displaying a photograph, a small print, or a small-format artwork.

The frame is offered in its current condition, preserving the marks and characteristics of the artisanal workmanship and of time.

Provenance

Direct family provenance.

Era

20th century.

Precise dating is not documented; therefore a generic dating to the 20th century is indicated.

Origin

Italy, Palermo, Sicily.

Material

Wood worked and hand-carved.

Conditions

Good overall condition, compatible with the age and the artisanal nature of the object.

Normal signs of wear and manual workmanship are present. Any small imperfections, surface variations and differences in finish should be considered part of the piece’s characteristics.

It is advised to refer to the photographs, which are an integral part of the description and show in detail the state of conservation.

Note

This is a 20th-century artisanal frame, not an antique frame from the Baroque period.

The particular interest of the piece lies in its handmade realization and in its provenance from the Palermo craftsman's workshop.