Art Nouveau photo frame, brass, France, early 20th c.
560 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 13649
This French Art Nouveau photo frame, dating from the early 20th century, is crafted from brass with a matte finish and localized soft sheen on worn areas, enlivened by an antique golden-brown patina. The overall coloration leans toward muted gold and bronze, with gentle irregularities characteristic of hand workmanship and age. The construction features a graceful arched top, surmounted by deeply engraved zoomorphic motifs—two stylized animals, likely mythical creatures such as a griffin and a peacock—and surrounds the oval photo aperture with abundant floral ornamentation and repeating circular themes. The relief engravings, executed by hand, add a sculptural quality and depth to the surface. The frame’s stability is marked by visible side folds where the brass has been shaped and joined, attesting to artisanal techniques typical for the era. Proportions remain harmonious and solid, underscoring the integrity of the period’s craft. Preserved in very good overall condition, the frame bears authentic traces of age and noble patina, with no significant damage or signs of restoration.This frame carries with it the sensibilities of Paris at the turn of the century—a time when nature and fantasy merged in the day-to-day artistry of Art Nouveau. The brass reverberates with echoes of historic interiors, where organic lines, botanical ornaments, and tender glimmers of metal declared a new spirit. Every detail tells of a period when craftsmanship lent everyday objects a poetic aura—the soft patina and tactile relief conjuring scenes of dusky afternoons, where photographs became
DIMENSION
Height7.5 cm
Depth4 cm
Width6 cm
Dimension details
Width6 cm
Height7.5 cm
Depth4 cm
Weight1 kg
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