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Elegant Oval Sterling Silver Photo Frame with Plain Border
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Elegant Oval Sterling Silver Photo Frame with Plain Border

1900 - 1920
Description

A very elegant oval sterling silver photo frame. In an oval shape with a plain border and an applied cast ribbon and bow applied motif. The easel back has been beautifully restored in black leather and is in very good condition.

Maker: Birmingham

Date: 1915

Picture Window Size: 17.8cm (7") x 11.4cm (4.5")

Weight: 7 Troy Oz

Physical Dimensions
Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Piers Rankin Antique Silver has dated this Sterling Silver Photo Frame to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1204916
Dealers Internal Reference
SPF-P73111
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Description
A very elegant oval sterling silver photo frame. In an oval shape with a plain border and an applied cast ribbon and bow applied motif. The easel back has been beautifully restored in black leather and is in very good condition.

Maker: Birmingham

Date: 1915

Picture Window Size: 17.8cm (7") x 11.4cm (4.5")

Weight: 7 Troy Oz

Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Piers Rankin Antique Silver has dated this Sterling Silver Photo Frame to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1204916
Dealers Internal Ref
SPF-P73111
Piers Rankin Antique Silver
Piers Rankin Antique Silver
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2017

Piers rankin antique silver is a premier silver dealer est. Over 35 years. Dealing with trade and private clients. Worldwide shipping.

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Sheep Street
Stow-on-the-Wold
Gloucestershire
GL54 1AA
United Kingdom
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An oval sterling silver photo frame with a decorative ribbon crest at the top and an easel back stand.
Elegant Oval Sterling Silver Photo Frame with Plain Border
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An oval sterling silver photo frame with a decorative ribbon crest at the top and an easel back stand.
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  • ObjectPicture Frames
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Glass, Velvet
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRibbon bow motif, Oval border, Plain polished edge, Easel back
  • SizeH 20.3 cm (8 in) x W 14 cm (6 in)

This Edwardian picture frame originates from 1910 and takes an oval form in sterling silver. The design incorporates a plain polished edge surrounding the glass window, crowned with an applied cast ribbon and bow motif at the top. The easel support at the rear features a black fabric finish and stands at an angle to display the piece upright. The silver body presents a polished metallic reflection, while the interior window reveals a dark blue backing. Birmingham hallmarks appear along the lower edge of the silver rim. Practical placement includes a sideboard top in a traditional English country house interior, serving to display a treasured photograph in a living room, study or bedroom. The physical dimensions measure 20.3 cm high by 14 cm wide, accommodating pictures within the specified window parameters. The construction combines metal framing with a protective glass front and a supportive back stand for desk or table positioning.

FAQs

Silver photo frames decorated with ribbon and bow motifs became widely popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods. Influenced by Neoclassical and Louis XVI revival styles, silversmiths added delicate bow crests to accentuate oval and rectangular frames intended for tabletop display.

Traditional silver photo frames typically consist of a thin sheet of silver stamped or cast with decorative borders, mounted onto a wooden or velvet-covered easel backing. Glass panels protect the interior photograph, held in place by metal clips or removable back panels.

Authentic sterling silver frames feature official assay office hallmarks, a makers mark, a purity mark such as the lion passant in Great Britain, and a date letter. Silver plated versions generally lack these official hallmark stamps and may display base metal showing through rubbed areas.

A silver photo frame can be styled on a mantlepiece, desk, or sideboard paired with contrasting textures like dark wood or matte ceramic vessels. Grouping silver frames of varying sizes and shapes creates a structured tabletop vignette.

Clean sterling silver frames with a soft microfiber cloth and specialised silver polish, taking care to avoid getting liquid polish on the velvet backing. To prevent rapid oxidisation and tarnish, keep the frame in a room with stable humidity away from direct heat sources.
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