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Exquisite Art Nouveau Small Silver Photo Frame by A&j Zimmerman, Birmingham 1902
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Exquisite Art Nouveau Small Silver Photo Frame by A&j Zimmerman, Birmingham 1902

1900 - 1920
Sold 30 April 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Exquisite Art Nouveau Small Silver Photo Frame by A&j Zimmerman, Birmingham 1902” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This delightful solid silver photo frame is dated Birmingham 1902. It very much reflects the Art Nouveau movement with typical sinuous decorations, featuring irises on a bark effect background. It is a small size at 5 inches high and is very decorative. Vacant reserve.

Blue velvet back and easel.

Hallmarks:

A&J Z for A & J Zimmerman (Arthur & John Zimmerman)

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Date letter "c" for 1902.

Lion passant.

Condition:

Silver in very good condition.

Back a little worn.

Dimensions:

Height: 13cm / 5 inches.

Width: 10cm / 3.5 inches.

Aperture:

Height: 8cm / 3 inches.

Width: 5cm / 2 inches.Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Art Nouveau Silver Photo Frame to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1193685
Dealers Internal Reference
FEV98
Description
This delightful solid silver photo frame is dated Birmingham 1902.
“
It very much reflects the Art Nouveau movement with typical sinuous decorations, featuring irises on a bark effect background.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

It is a small size at 5 inches high and is very decorative. Vacant reserve.

fig 1. An upright rectangular art nouveau silver photo frame featuring embossed floral motifs and a textured background surrounding a blue aperture.
fig 1. Exquisite Art Nouveau Small Silver Photo Frame by A&j Zimmerman, Birmingham 1902

Blue velvet back and easel.

Hallmarks:

A&J Z for A & J Zimmerman (Arthur & John Zimmerman)

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Date letter "c" for 1902.

Lion passant.

Condition:

Silver in very good condition.

Back a little worn.

fig 2. An upright rectangular art nouveau silver photo frame featuring embossed floral motifs and a textured background surrounding a blue aperture.
fig 2. Exquisite Art Nouveau Small Silver Photo Frame by A&j Zimmerman, Birmingham 1902

Dimensions:

Height: 13cm / 5 inches.

Width: 10cm / 3.5 inches.

Aperture:

Height: 8cm / 3 inches.

Width: 5cm / 2 inches.Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

fig 3. An upright rectangular art nouveau silver photo frame featuring embossed floral motifs and a textured background surrounding a blue aperture.
fig 3. Exquisite Art Nouveau Small Silver Photo Frame by A&j Zimmerman, Birmingham 1902

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Art Nouveau Silver Photo Frame to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1193685
Dealers Internal Ref
FEV98
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Archive I An upright rectangular art nouveau silver photo frame featuring embossed floral motifs and a textured background surrounding a blue aperture. SOLD30 APR 26

Exquisite Art Nouveau Small Silver Photo Frame by A&j Zimmerman, Birmingham 1902

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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
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Items Sold 2,224
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An upright rectangular art nouveau silver photo frame featuring embossed floral motifs and a textured background surrounding a blue aperture.
EXQUISITE ART NOUVEAU SMALL SILVER PHOTO FRAME BY A&J ZIMMERMAN, BIRMINGHAM 1902
Ref: SA1193685
An upright rectangular art nouveau silver photo frame featuring embossed floral motifs and a textured background surrounding a blue aperture.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPicture Frames
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Velvet, Wood
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsWhiplash curves, Floral embossing, Textured stippling, Cartouche
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Art Nouveau emerged in the late 19th century, rejecting historic revival styles in favour of organic, flowing lines inspired by natural forms, plant stems, and floral motifs.

These pieces were typically crafted using sterling silver sheets shaped by hand stamping or repousse, often paired with wooden backs covered in velvet or watered silk and supported by a hinged easel strut.

Authenticity is verified through clear hallmarks stamped on the silver, indicating the makers mark, standard mark, assay office, and date letter, alongside appropriate age-related patina and construction wear.

An antique silver frame adds refined metallic contrast when displayed on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or desk, blending effectively with both contemporary and traditional interior schemes.

Clean the silver gently with a specialist non-abrasive microfibre cloth to avoid removing delicate detail, and keep the piece away from damp environments to protect the backing materials.
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