🖼️ Richly detailed and remarkably weighty, this antique ornate brass tabletop frame is a testament to early 20th-century craftsmanship. Likely dating from the Edwardian to Art Nouveau period, its cast brass structure features finely worked flourishes and a deeply aged patina, ideal for displaying small portraits or devotional art. At over half a kilo per piece, it’s as solid as it is striking.
Frames are in good vintage/used condition. Comes with new plexiglass cover. Please see all photos. 🖼️
⌛History Behind The Piece⌛ Frames like these were often produced in Europe or North America between 1900 and 1925, when solid brass was hand-cast and decorative metalwork flourished. Often found in upper-middle-class parlours or boudoirs, they were used for cabinet cards, miniature paintings, or memorial photos. Their enduring quality speaks to a time when even the smallest objects were built to last generations.
*** Frames are sold separately. ***
Overall Frame Dimensions (Approximate): 7.5" L : 5.25" W : 2.75" D (When Extended)
Interior Frame Dimensions: 2" x 3"
Weight - Each Frame (Approximate): 520 grams or 1.2 lbs
