Elliptical Photo Frame, gilded bronze, France, 19th c.
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This elliptical photo frame, crafted from gilded bronze in France in the second half of the 19th century, features a richly developed classicist ornamentation: relief wreaths and intertwining vegetal motifs encircle the entire surface, creating a lavish yet harmonious decorative rhythm. The matte gilding displays gentle wear and a soft sheen on raised details, accentuating the precision of the relief and the depth of the design, while the openwork crest is adorned with foliage and volutes typical of French Empire style. The construction is designed for standing display, with an integrated movable support at the back, and a convex glass protecting the photograph or miniature inside. The frame exhibits no visible signs of modern repairs, and all joints are solid and precisely executed. The overall condition is very good, with only minor signs of patina, slight abrasions, and darkening of the gilding, all of which underscore its authenticity.The frame carries the memory of late 19th-century French classicism—its form and ornamentation evoke the atmosphere of salons where each photograph was an event and its setting was treated almost as a sculptural object. The gilded bronze softly reflects light, as if preserving echoes of past afternoons and quiet candlelit conversations. Patina and subtle signs of age remain visible, not concealing the passage of time but rather enriching the narrative of an era when every detail was significant.It can be displayed on a dark wood console, where the golden surface gains contrast, or paired with other antiques—mantel clocks, miniature portraits, silver boxes—to create an eclectic, collector’s arrangement. The frame would suit both a classic study and a contemporary art-filled space, where it highlights the dialogue between old and new. It may be combined with textiles in muted tones or placed next to a minimalist photograph to emphasize its decorative potential.
DIMENSION
Height7.3 cm
Width6.2 cm
Dimension details
Width6.2 cm
Height7.3 cm
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