This photo frame from the 1930s, crafted in Belgium, exemplifies the decorative craftsmanship of the Art Deco era. The construction features a substantial, polished black marble base with a mirror-like gloss and a cool, deep tone. Geometric, stepped side elements combine contrasting blocks of creamy-beige and light brown onyx with black marble, producing a multi-tonal composition marked by clear divisions and pronounced symmetry. The onyx sections display natural veining, and the precise stone joints underscore the solidity and weightiness of the piece. The surfaces are smoothly polished, and the clear glass insert is well-fitted and securely held between the stone supports. There are small chips and scratches visible on the front edge of the base—typical signs of age—yet the frame remains in very good condition, preserving its authentic interwar character.The form of the frame evokes the era when Art Deco boldly showcased modernity through noble materials and strict geometry. The marble surface reflects light like water, while the stepped side elements recall the rhythm of metropolitan facades from the 1930s. This frame seems to invite memories that deserve a setting as distinctive and dynamic as the epoch itself—organized around harmony, contrast, and meticulous craftsmanship.The frame will find its place in a living room inspired by Art Deco or in an eclectic, collector's interior. It can be paired with geometric ceramics, period glass, or black-and-white photography. It is worth combining it with mirrors in thick black frames or with furniture featuring high-gloss lacquered surfaces to highlight its modernist roots. The frame also works well as a single accent on a marble console or surrounded by metal and glass decorative objects.
DIMENSION
Height25 cm
Depth10 cm
Width10 cm
Dimension details
Width10 cm
Height25 cm
Depth10 cm
Weight1 kg
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