Standing picture frame Horseshoe, dark brown, bronze, Austria, early 20th c.
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This standing picture frame, shaped as a stylized horseshoe, originates from early 20th century Austria. Solid cast bronze forms the structure, finished in a deep, dark brown shade with subtle golden-bronze highlights intensified by authentic historical patina. The surface displays a satin-matte texture with localized sheen on areas of natural wear, particularly along the raised ridges and studded details. Decorative, pyramid-like studs punctuate the arch of the frame, evoking genuine horseshoe nails and lending tactile dimension. The central, oval photo aperture is bordered by a smoothly contoured bronze ring, and a matching bronze support easel at the rear ensures coherence and stability. Minor abrasions and micro-scratches are visible, in keeping with genuine age and use, but there are no repairs or later interventions. The frame remains in very good condition representative of the fin de siècle spirit.This object echoes the bourgeois world of fin-de-siècle Vienna — the horseshoe motif, loaded with wishes for fortune and the pragmatic beauty of daily routines, speaks quietly of studio craftsmanship where detail and unity were indivisible. The satin bronze surface feels like a silent witness to writing desks once adorned with portraits and travel mementos — its tangible heft and composure conjure an atmosphere of calm, filtered lamplight, and enduring domestic order. A true relic immune to fleeting trends, it preserves the trace of passing hands while remaining dignified in presence.Ideally suited to a classic oak writing desk, marble console, or as part of an eclectic vitrine among other antiques, the frame can be
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Height11.5 cm
Width9.5 cm
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Width9.5 cm
Height11.5 cm
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