Frame - From the Gallery - Rich Friezes and Beadwork - Gilded Wood
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This substantial Empire-style frame is made of gilded solid wood and features leafy ornament and beaded borders, measuring 59.5 × 39.5 × 6 cm externally.
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Important carved and gilded wooden frame, with rich decoration in foliate motifs and beaded borders. Spectacularly beautiful in shape and appearance, in Empire style, it features a refined casket profile with inner and outer bands ornate with continuous friezes. The frame is characterized by a substantial multi-order architectural moulding, presents a smooth central band framed by stylized botanical motifs and a bead border on the outermost profile, elements typical of Empire-style decorative repertoire. Fully in solid wood, it presents a sturdy robust construction, not attributable to the light industrial frames of the second half of the twentieth century; The balanced proportions, stylized leaf decorations, palmettes and continuous motifs of the Empire style together with the warm gilding confer a remarkable screen presence, making it ideal for paintings, portraits, prints or mirrors, for houses and galleries.
Dimensions:
Height 59.5 cm
Width 39.5 cm
Depth 6 cm
Front thickness 7 cm
Internal opening:
Height 45 cm
Width 26 cm
Code 322
It will be carefully packed and insured for shipping.
NB. As these are antique objects, there may be cracks, stains, small parts missing, signs of age, etc. Please study the photos closely.
Important carved and gilded wooden frame, with rich decoration in foliate motifs and beaded borders. Spectacularly beautiful in shape and appearance, in Empire style, it features a refined casket profile with inner and outer bands ornate with continuous friezes. The frame is characterized by a substantial multi-order architectural moulding, presents a smooth central band framed by stylized botanical motifs and a bead border on the outermost profile, elements typical of Empire-style decorative repertoire. Fully in solid wood, it presents a sturdy robust construction, not attributable to the light industrial frames of the second half of the twentieth century; The balanced proportions, stylized leaf decorations, palmettes and continuous motifs of the Empire style together with the warm gilding confer a remarkable screen presence, making it ideal for paintings, portraits, prints or mirrors, for houses and galleries.
Dimensions:
Height 59.5 cm
Width 39.5 cm
Depth 6 cm
Front thickness 7 cm
Internal opening:
Height 45 cm
Width 26 cm
Code 322
It will be carefully packed and insured for shipping.
NB. As these are antique objects, there may be cracks, stains, small parts missing, signs of age, etc. Please study the photos closely.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
From the Gallery - Rich Friezes and Beadwork - Gilded Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
59.5 cm
External width
39.5 cm
Internal height
45 cm
Internal width
26 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
