Art Deco photo frame, silver-toned metal, Belgium, 1950s.
380 PLN
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This Belgian photo frame from the 1950s exemplifies the pure idiom of Art Deco: its silvery, mirror-like surface—crafted from metal, likely nickel-plated brass or steel—forms an austere, rectangular profile with gently rounded corners. The cool, glossy finish underscores the frame’s restrained geometry, while a subtly beveled inner edge adds refinement to the border. Entirely devoid of ornament or engraving, the composition’s symmetry and clarity remain at the forefront. The surface displays slight evidence of wear—fine scuffs, a trace of patina, and subdued gloss from age—yet all structural elements are original and the frame remains in very good condition.This frame echoes the urban aspirations of postwar Europe. Its reflective surface captures light like the façades of modernist buildings, telling the story of an era that rejected baroque excess in favor of geometric rigor. The disciplined simplicity and cold sheen are hallmarks of the 1950s optimism, when everyday objects were designed to be functional yet aesthetically resolved. Minor marks of use are like the breath of bygone decades—a quiet testament that design served as evidence of the passage of time rather than mere embellishment.A standing frame such as this finds its place atop a period sideboard, flanked by geometric ceramics or a minimalist table lamp. It may be paired with a monochrome photograph or graphic print to highlight its assertive, graphic character, or combined with other simple metallic accents—such as a nickel tray or industrial brass object—to draw out its modernist lineage. The frame will suit a collector’s Art Deco setting as well as subtly eclectic libraries or contemporary studies, where the silvery surface offers a sophisticated point of visual interest.
DIMENSION
Height15 cm
Depth8 cm
Width12 cm
Dimension details
Width12 cm
Height15 cm
Depth8 cm
Weight1 kg
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