Picture Frames

Japonesque Revival sterling silver and mixed metal picture frame. Made by Tiffany & Co in New York, ca 1970. Rectangular window and flat surround with engraved bamboo and mixed metal appliques, including a dragonfly – a perennial symbol of the modish exoticism associated with Tiffany since the late 19th-century. With glass, silk lining, and laminate back and hinged support. For landscape (horizontal) display. Hallmark includes postwar pattern no. 26005/95. Very good condition.

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Edwardian sterling silver picture frame. Retailed by JE Caldwell in Philadelphia. Rectangular with alternating vertical plain and pinstripes. At top horizontal frame between engraved garlands. With glass, silk lining, and velvet back and hinged support. Marks include maker’s (Lebkeucher) and retailer’s stamps and no. 2707JJB. Good condition. Top rail has minor lifting. Velvet wear and discoloration.

Dimensions: Frame: H 9 7/8 x W 7 3/8 in. Window: H 8 1/4 x W 5 3/4 in. #BN587

Art Nouveau sterling silver picture frame. Made by William B. Kerr in Newark. Rectangular with beveled and acid-etched sides: Wraparound reading entwined with fluid foliate scrollwork. Shaped cartouche (vacant). With glass, silk lining, and velvet back and hinged support. Hallmark includes no. 4846. Very good condition.

Dimensions: Frame: H 12 5/8 x W 9 7/8 in. Window: H 10 3/4 x W 8 in. #BN668

Edwardian glass and sterling silver picture frame. Made by TG Hawkes in Corning, New York. Rectangular window has fluted sterling silver border set in glass surround. Glass has vertical reeded stripes alternating with diaper-patterned stripes as well as 4 oval frames with acid-etched flower baskets, cornucopia, and fruits. Glass has flat sterling silver border. Fleurs-de-lys applied at corners. For portrait (vertical) display. With glass and silk-lined back and hinged support. Hallmarked... Click for details

Art Nouveau sterling silver picture frame. Made by J. Aitkin & Son in Birmingham in 1909. Bombe sides, bracket feet, and shaped top. Symmetrical whiplash lines with flowers. Frame mounted to stained-wood with hinged support. Rectangular window with glass. Hallmarked. Nice with period patina. Visible wear to wood.

Dimensions: Frame: H 10 1/2 x W 7 1/2 in. Window: H 5 5/8 x W 3 3/4 in. #BN114

Edwardian sterling silver picture frame.  Made by Webster in North Attleboro, Mass., ca 1915. Rectangular window bordered by wrap around lines of varying width.  At top beribboned oval (vacant).  Nice period look.  With glass, silk lining, and velvet back and hinged support. Hallmarked.  Very good condition.

Large dimensions: Frame: H 11 7/8 x W 9 3/4 in. Window: H 9 7/8 x W 7 5/8 in. #BM535

Antique English brass rope frame, ca. 1910. Concave rope mounted to perimeter of rectangular window. Rope is twisted and looped at corners. With beveled glass, silk lining, cloth back, and hinged brass support. A great addition to a nautical or equestrian interior.

Dimensions: Frame: 12 7/8 x W 10 1/4 in. Window: 8 1/4 x W 5 1/8 in. AX160

Modern sterling silver picture frame. Made by Watson in Attleboro, Mass., ca 1920. Oval window in concave surround with pierced and interlaced circles. Sides plain. Tubular cartouche (vacant). Open bracket supports. With glass, silk lining, and velvet back and hinged support. Fully marked and numbered 2993. Very good condition.

Dimensions: Frame: 10 1/2 x W 7 3/4 in. Window: H 8 3/4 x W 6 1/2 in. #BD712

French gilt-bronze frame in Empire style, ca. 1900. Frame is rectangular and has substantial border with Neoclassical and Egyptian ornament. A laurel wreath is mounted to top. For vertical display. With glass, silk lining, and hinged support.

Dimensions: Frame: H 11 ¼ x W 8 1/8 in. Window: H 5 ½ x W 4 in. BH399

French frame with gilt-bronze mounts, ca. 1900. Rectangular and white-painted wood frame with carved reeding and applied gilt bronze mounts. Gilt-bronze laurel wreath and ribbon mounted to top. With glass, lining, and brocade-lined back and hinged support for vertical display. Tiny corner losses. Otherwise good condition.

Dimensions: Frame: H 8 ¾ x W 5 ¾ in. Window: H 5 ¼ x W 3 ¾ in. BJ261

Gilt and polychrome bronze frame with exotic fronds, ca. 1910. Rectangular with colored and etched fronds, flowers, bamboo, and grape bunches. Exciting Japanese-inspired design. With glass, silk lining, brass back and hinged support for vertical display. Support is marked ‘MV’ with hammer. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: Frame: H 12 x W 7 in. Window: H 7 ½ x W 3 ¾ in. AR427

French gilt-bronze triptych picture frame. Beaded and guilloché borders. Central panel has scalloped top. Curvilinear side wings. Floral silk ground. Seven windows total: 2 circular windows (diameter 3 1/2 in.), 2 circular windows (diameter 2 1/2 in.), 2 oval windows (H 3 x W 2 1/2 in), and 1 oval window (H 5 x 4 in.). Enough room for the whole family.

Frame dimensions: Height: 10 3/4 in. Width: 17 3/4 in. AX125