Frame (2)- Louis XVI - Brass, Crystal - Dorados in Ormolú style
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Elegant pair of nineteenth-century French decorative picture frames, inspired by the Louis XVI and Empire styles. These refined pieces stand out for the sobriety of their architectural lines and the delicacy of their embellishments in ormolu gilt brass, a technique widely valued in the decorative arts of the era.
The frames feature a rectangular bevelled glass structure, whose transparency and simplicity allow the images or miniature portraits to be displayed prominently. The decoration is concentrated on the upper finials, formed by delicate pierced applications of Neoclassical inspiration. One of them showcases a composition of acanthus leaves and stylized scrolls, while the other incorporates interlaced ribbons and ornamental motifs inspired by the decorative repertoires of the Louis XVI period.
Both pieces rest on small spherical supports in gilt brass that provide stability and elegance. The ormolu gilding maintains an attractive warm tone that harmoniously contrasts with the transparency of the glass and lends the overall ensemble a distinguished aristocratic character.
The combination of bevelled glass and gilded ornamentation reflects the refined taste of nineteenth-century bourgeois and aristocratic interiors, objects conceived both for displaying family portraits and for decorating dressing tables, desks, and drawing rooms.
Condition: good overall, with wear, small oxidations, and signs of use commensurate with their age. The brass retains a beautiful antique patina and the decorative elements maintain good definition and aesthetic presence.
Pieces of great decorative and collector’s charm, representative of French Neoclassical elegance of the nineteenth century.
Tracked shipping with careful packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateElegant pair of nineteenth-century French decorative picture frames, inspired by the Louis XVI and Empire styles. These refined pieces stand out for the sobriety of their architectural lines and the delicacy of their embellishments in ormolu gilt brass, a technique widely valued in the decorative arts of the era.
The frames feature a rectangular bevelled glass structure, whose transparency and simplicity allow the images or miniature portraits to be displayed prominently. The decoration is concentrated on the upper finials, formed by delicate pierced applications of Neoclassical inspiration. One of them showcases a composition of acanthus leaves and stylized scrolls, while the other incorporates interlaced ribbons and ornamental motifs inspired by the decorative repertoires of the Louis XVI period.
Both pieces rest on small spherical supports in gilt brass that provide stability and elegance. The ormolu gilding maintains an attractive warm tone that harmoniously contrasts with the transparency of the glass and lends the overall ensemble a distinguished aristocratic character.
The combination of bevelled glass and gilded ornamentation reflects the refined taste of nineteenth-century bourgeois and aristocratic interiors, objects conceived both for displaying family portraits and for decorating dressing tables, desks, and drawing rooms.
Condition: good overall, with wear, small oxidations, and signs of use commensurate with their age. The brass retains a beautiful antique patina and the decorative elements maintain good definition and aesthetic presence.
Pieces of great decorative and collector’s charm, representative of French Neoclassical elegance of the nineteenth century.
Tracked shipping with careful packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Empire
Title additional information
Dorados in Ormolú style
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
France
Model
Louis XVI
Material
Brass, Crystal
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
14 cm
External width
7 cm
Internal height
12 cm
Internal width
7 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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