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French 19thc Oval Fine Brass Photo Frame C1880
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French 19thc Oval Fine Brass Photo Frame C1880

19th century
Sold 7 October 2024 · Aramis Antiques
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Description

A French 19thC oval fine brass photo frame c1880 in excellent condition. The outer frame is made of copper coloured brass - a process called dezincification where some of the zinc is extracted - and is decorated with a finely modelled banded ribbon design with inner beading. The inner frame is made of fine yellow brass with an inner reeding line. The solid brass easel back is kept in place with a screw. The easel and ring enable the frame to be wall hung or standing. The frame is lined with green fabric. This frame is a perfect size for a portrait or celebration photo, and is outstanding in quality.

The image space measures 23cm x 15.5cm at midpoint.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
20.5cm (8.07")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Aramis Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Photo Frame to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA991525
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A French 19thC oval fine brass photo frame c1880 in excellent condition. The outer frame is made of copper coloured brass - a process called dezincification where some of the zinc is extracted - and is decorated with a finely modelled banded ribbon design with inner beading. The inner frame is made of fine yellow brass with an inner reeding line. The solid brass easel back is kept in place with a screw. The easel and ring enable the frame to be wall hung or standing. The frame is lined with green fabric. This frame is a perfect size for a portrait or celebration photo, and is outstanding in quality.

The image space measures 23cm x 15.5cm at midpoint.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
20.5cm (8.07")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Aramis Antiques has dated this Antique Brass Photo Frame to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA991525
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An oval antique brass photograph frame featuring decorative rope-twist edging and a polished bezel.
French 19thC oval fine brass photo frame c1880
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An oval antique brass photograph frame featuring decorative rope-twist edging and a polished bezel.
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  • ObjectPicture Frames
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsOval aperture, Rope twist border, Beaded inner rim
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 20.5 cm (8 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth-century French frames often feature refined metalwork, intricate cast ornamentation, and classical oval formats designed to showcase miniature portraits and photographs.

These pieces were typically cast in brass or bronze, often incorporating glass viewing panes, velvet or silk backing panels, and structural metal struts.

Authentic pieces usually display period manufacturing techniques such as sand-casting, hand-finished chasing, patination consistent with age, and older joining pins or screws rather than modern fixings.

They can be displayed on mantelpieces, bookshelves, or side tables to introduce metallic warmth and historical texture, either singly or grouped in a curated gallery arrangement.

Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth and avoid harsh chemical polishes that can strip away the natural historical patina accumulated over decades.
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