Photo frame, Vienna Secession, copper metal, Austria, early 20th c.
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This photo frame from the Vienna Secession period, crafted in Austria circa 1900, exemplifies the geometric strand of the movement. Made of metal with a copper coating and a subtle satin sheen, it displays a warm, medium copper tone. The front section is cast in a technique that achieves precise, symmetrical openwork typical of the Secession style—rectilinear forms transition into fan-shaped and triangular motifs at the lower corners, while the sides feature abstract, almost botanical cut-outs. The frame’s proportions are horizontal and low, with a strong architectural presence emphasized by straight lines and robust construction. The back includes a stable, movable support for standing display, and the front is fitted with its original glass. The surface is smooth with minor irregularities from the casting process, showing no damage or dents, and retains a gentle patina consistent with its age. The overall condition is excellent, with all original elements well preserved. This frame carries the spirit of turn-of-the-century Vienna—a time when the city sought a new language for art and design. Its geometric openwork tells the
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Height20 cm
Depth5 cm
Width17 cm
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Width17 cm
Height20 cm
Depth5 cm
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