This Belgian Art Deco photo frame from the 1930s showcases a masterful interplay of marble blocks in shades of warm brown, green, and pale beige, each accented with delicate veining. The base is carved from polished brown marble, anchored on one side by a rounded segment of green stone and on the other by an octagonal beige marble block with subtle brown-ochre markings. A central, rectangular support of green marble completes the composition, while the polished surfaces subtly reflect ambient light. Characteristic, streamlined contours and the absence of ornamentation echo the architectural clarity of late Art Deco. The piece remains in very good condition, with no signs of wear, tarnishing, or restoration, and the pristine finish attests to the quality of the original craftsmanship.This frame channels the ambitions of a period captivated by the promise of modernity in both material and form. Marble, once reserved for classical grandeur, was in the 1930s recast as the herald of modernist taste—here, the cool stone is transformed into an emblem of rhythm, light, and refined simplicity. Each smooth face and contrasting volume evokes the architectural optimism of the interwar years; this object speaks equally to private memory and shared collective dreams of harmony within the home, conjuring the interiors of avant-garde collectors and cosmopolitan apartments alike.The frame may be paired with other vintage pieces of the time—geometric mirrors, chrome-accented lamps, or streamlined ceramics—to highlight its historical roots. Positioned on a console or sideboard in a living room, it could sit alongside a curated glass collection or minimalist 1930s-inspired graphics. The bold geometry and luxurious materials can provide a visual counterpoint to contemporary furniture, establishing an understated yet distinguished accent in vintage-inspired or collector’s interiors.
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Height18 cm
Depth10 cm
Width15 cm
Dimension details
Width15 cm
Height18 cm
Depth10 cm
Weight1 kg
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