Frame (2) - Wood - Antique gold leaf





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Antique wooden square frame with gold leaf, Italian Carlo X style, dating to 1910–1920, in very good condition with minor wear and age patina, external 14 × 14 cm and internal 7.5 × 7.5 cm, comprising two objects.
Description from the seller
Refined small antique wooden frame with gold leaf decoration, square with an inner circular light, of Italian manufacture (Central Italy), dating to the first half of the 19th century (Carlo X period). The object stands out for its splendid geometric and stylistic contrast: the outer structure is entirely openwork carved with foliate volutes, tendrils, and scartocci (cartouche style).
The inner profile, burin-engraved, is finely embossed with small geometric dots; this technique was used to give depth to miniatures (very fashionable in that particular twenty-year span) and to enhance the gilding under candlelight.
The object is presented in excellent preservation for its age. The gilding is original and shows a fascinating and sincere patina. Very light and normal signs of time and natural signs of wear on the back are visible, elements that confirm its absolute authenticity and period (refer to the photo gallery for the discernible details). Structurally healthy and solid.
Seller's Story
Refined small antique wooden frame with gold leaf decoration, square with an inner circular light, of Italian manufacture (Central Italy), dating to the first half of the 19th century (Carlo X period). The object stands out for its splendid geometric and stylistic contrast: the outer structure is entirely openwork carved with foliate volutes, tendrils, and scartocci (cartouche style).
The inner profile, burin-engraved, is finely embossed with small geometric dots; this technique was used to give depth to miniatures (very fashionable in that particular twenty-year span) and to enhance the gilding under candlelight.
The object is presented in excellent preservation for its age. The gilding is original and shows a fascinating and sincere patina. Very light and normal signs of time and natural signs of wear on the back are visible, elements that confirm its absolute authenticity and period (refer to the photo gallery for the discernible details). Structurally healthy and solid.

