Description
An elegant Italian micromosaic picture frame featuring a softly contoured silhouette and a finely worked floral border in hand-set glass tesserae. The palette blends layered greens, pale blues, and warm ivory tones, punctuated by delicate floral motifs that feel both romantic and graphic.
The shaped outline gives this frame a more sculptural presence than standard rectangular examples, while the dense, precise mosaic work reflects the high level of craftsmanship associated with Italian micromosaics of the late 19th to early 20th century. Originally produced as luxury decorative objects, these frames were designed to elevate portrait photography into something closer to fine art. Striking on its own and especially beautiful paired with a simple black-and-white or sepia-toned photograph - the kind of piece that reads as jewelry for the shelf.
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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: All Items are in Very Good Vintage Condition, with light to no wear consistent with age; no damage noted. Please see all photos.
Origin:
Italy
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Glass
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Italy
The shaped outline gives this frame a more sculptural presence than standard rectangular examples, while the dense, precise mosaic work reflects the high level of craftsmanship associated with Italian micromosaics of the late 19th to early 20th century. Originally produced as luxury decorative objects, these frames were designed to elevate portrait photography into something closer to fine art. Striking on its own and especially beautiful paired with a simple black-and-white or sepia-toned photograph - the kind of piece that reads as jewelry for the shelf.
Discover exquisite treasures from the 17th through the late 20th century across our Chairish shops - Rose Victoria and The Queens Landing.
Click Rose Victoria to your right to continue exploring our English and French selections.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: All Items are in Very Good Vintage Condition, with light to no wear consistent with age; no damage noted. Please see all photos.
Origin:
Italy
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Glass
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Italy
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; All Items are in Very Good Vintage Condition, with light to no wear consistent with age; no damage noted. Please see all photos.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
4.5 x 3.25 x 0.5 in
Large Midcentury Italian Micromosaic Picture Frame
Estimate $240-$890
Starting Price
$120
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