This Art Deco photo frame, crafted in Poland in the 1930s, features a substantial base of polished marble in a warm brown tone with natural white and grey veining, accompanied by semi-circular metal holders. The design is distinctly geometric and minimalist, reflecting the era’s preference for strong horizontal and vertical lines and a balance between the visual weight of stone and the lightness of glass and metal. Two likely nickel-plated brass holders secure a rectangular glass pane that serves as the display for a photograph. The marble’s surface is glossy and smooth, while the metal shows a subtle patina. The frame is preserved in very good condition, with only minor traces of age on the marble and metal and no visible cracks or chips.This object evokes the refined, modernist elegance of the interwar period. Its form seems to recall a time when geometric clarity and the nobility of materials were the essence of contemporary interior thinking. The marble, solid and cool, stands as a silent witness to decades past, contrasted by the transparency of the glass. The gently aged metal holders speak to the object’s own passage through time and the unhurried routine of a world nearly a century ago. One might imagine the frame resting on an architect’s desk in the 1930s, surrounded by drawings and folders, serving as a discreet yet distinctive marker of personal history.The frame could be displayed on a dark wood sideboard or marble console, among books and framed prints, emphasizing a collector’s atmosphere. It may be combined with other period objects—such as chrome-detailed lamps or geometric bowls—or used as a subtle counterpoint within a contemporary setting. Interiors inspired by Art Deco, mid-century modern, or those with an eclectic touch of historical flair will provide a natural context for its display.
DIMENSION
Height20 cm
Depth8 cm
Width14 cm
Dimension details
Width14 cm
Height20 cm
Depth8 cm
Weight1 kg
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