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Victorian Double Heart William Comyns Sterling Silver Photo Frame
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Victorian Double Heart William Comyns Sterling Silver Photo Frame

19th century
Description

A very decorative Victorian William Comyns sterling silver photo frame. Double heart shape with a pierced border decorated with cherubs and faces amongst scrolling flowers and foliage and two empty cartouche. The easel back has been restored in dark blue velvet and is in very good condition without any holes to the highlights.

Maker: William Comyns, London

Date: 1895

Picture Window Size: 11.4cm (4.5") x 9.5cm (3.75")

Weight: 14 Troy Oz

Physical Dimensions
Height
26.7cm (10.51")
Width
20.3cm (7.99")
Declaration

Piers Rankin Antique Silver has dated this Victorian Silver Photo Frame to the 1890s.

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SA1236725
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SPF-P75376
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A very decorative Victorian William Comyns sterling silver photo frame.
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Double heart shape with a pierced border decorated with cherubs and faces amongst scrolling flowers and foliage and two empty cartouche.
Piers Rankin Antique Silver

The easel back has been restored in dark blue velvet and is in very good condition without any holes to the highlights.

Maker: William Comyns, London

Date: 1895

Picture Window Size: 11.4cm (4.5") x 9.5cm (3.75")

Weight: 14 Troy Oz

Height
26.7cm (10.51")
Width
20.3cm (7.99")
Date of Manufacture

Piers Rankin Antique Silver has dated this Victorian Silver Photo Frame to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236725
Dealers Internal Ref
SPF-P75376
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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Archive I An ornate Victorian sterling silver double photo frame featuring elaborate pierced scrollwork, cherubs, and two heart-shaped apertures backed with dark velvet.

Victorian Double Heart William Comyns Sterling Silver Photo Frame

Archive II An ornate Victorian sterling silver double photo frame featuring elaborate pierced scrollwork, cherubs, and two heart-shaped apertures backed with dark velvet. View II
Archive III An ornate Victorian sterling silver double photo frame featuring elaborate pierced scrollwork, cherubs, and two heart-shaped apertures backed with dark velvet. View III
Archive IV An ornate Victorian sterling silver double photo frame featuring elaborate pierced scrollwork, cherubs, and two heart-shaped apertures backed with dark velvet. View IV
Archive V An ornate Victorian sterling silver double photo frame featuring elaborate pierced scrollwork, cherubs, and two heart-shaped apertures backed with dark velvet. View V
Archive VI An ornate Victorian sterling silver double photo frame featuring elaborate pierced scrollwork, cherubs, and two heart-shaped apertures backed with dark velvet. View VI
Archive VII An ornate Victorian sterling silver double photo frame featuring elaborate pierced scrollwork, cherubs, and two heart-shaped apertures backed with dark velvet. View VII
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Gloucestershire
GL54 1AA
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An ornate Victorian sterling silver double photo frame featuring elaborate pierced scrollwork, cherubs, and two heart-shaped apertures backed with dark velvet.
Victorian Double Heart William Comyns Sterling Silver Photo Frame
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An ornate Victorian sterling silver double photo frame featuring elaborate pierced scrollwork, cherubs, and two heart-shaped apertures backed with dark velvet.
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  • ObjectPhoto Frames
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Rococo Revival
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Velvet, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHeart apertures, Cherubs, Scrollwork, Lattice piercing
  • SizeH 26.7 cm (11 in) x W 20.3 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Victorian silver photo frames are recognised for elaborate decorative motifs, often produced using repousse and casting techniques. Common design elements from this period include scrollwork, foliage, cherubs, and architectural borders surrounding single or multiple aperture openings.

These frames were typically crafted by mounting a thin stamped or pierced sterling silver fascia onto a sturdy wooden back lined with velvet or leather. An integrated easel leg hinged to the reverse allowed the frame to stand securely on flat surfaces.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the metal for official British silver hallmarks, which include a town mark, lion passant, date letter, and makers mark. Additionally, authentic pieces demonstrate age-appropriate surface oxidisation and hand-finished details around pierced areas.

An antique silver frame creates visual contrast when positioned on contemporary surfaces such as marble mantlepieces, minimalist console tables, or dark painted bookshelves. Pairing detailed silverwork with clean, geometric modern decor highlights the craftsmanship of the object.

Maintain silver surfaces by dusting gently with a soft microfiber cloth and using a dedicated silver polishing cloth for tarnish removal. Avoid liquid cleaners or abrasive creams near the fabric backing to prevent liquid ingress and staining to the velvet.
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