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A SUPERB ANTIQUE EDWARDIAN OAK PICTURE FRAME ~
... a fabulous oak frame of excellent quality & construction, with a fantastic oak grain & tactile patina ~ this particular frame has an amazing warm tiger-stripe grain and the border is angled into the sight at a soft angle having the effect of drawing your eye into the image ~
... a fabulous oak frame of excellent quality & construction, with a fantastic oak grain & tactile patina ~ this particular frame has an amazing warm tiger-stripe grain and the border is angled into the sight at a soft angle having the effect of drawing your eye into the image ~
Measuring approximately 15 & 1/4" by 13 & 3/8" (External) ~
With a rebate size (to fit a picture) of 13" by 11 & 1/8" (Internal) ~
Or, in centimetres 33cm by 28cm ~
Sight size is 12 & 5/8" by 10 & 3/4" ~
... these types of high-quality frames are always of superb quality, they are often referred to (mainly in the U.S.) as being 'Quarter-Sawn' OR 'Mission' due to the way the oak is cut across the grain resulting in super strong oak pieces that never warp & beautiful perfectly matching grain which fit seamlessly in the corner joints ~
The Edwardians, like the Victorians before them, were passionate about using frames such as this to show off a photo of a family member sporting their Sunday best, this frame will also really suit a particular antique gravure or a classical litho print as was the fashion, collected on a glamorous European 'Grand-tour' ~
... entirely constructed & mitred by hand, giving such super-solid corners by hand this is a wonderful early 20th Century Oak frame with a real sense of handcrafted Arts & Crafts style ~
... in conclusion, these types of Edwardian frames are a perfect blend of understated design and elegant craftsmanship. The smooth and tactile border, along with the raised bead line, adds a touch of sophistication and draws the eye into the picture. These frames are truly a work of art that enhances the beauty of any image they hold ~
... this frame will suit a certain picture OR perhaps an image of a loved one; it is certainly a frame that will grace any wall ~ it would also make a fabulous mirror!
Thank you for looking ~
If you have any questions please ask ~
Sight size is 12 & 5/8" by 10 & 3/4" ~
... dating at a guess to around 1890 this is a wonderful Oak picture frame; a classic Edwardian frame design, it is fabulous quality, super-solid with sturdy corner joints & a winsome wide & angled border, the frieze with a winsome tiger-stripe grain & we have a splendid tactile patina ~
... the design is excellent, and the frame is ever-so-slightly angled at the sight edge & also to the main frieze, this creates a wonderful visual contrast, angled specifically into the sight to draw the viewer's eye into the painting, it's a very clever visual trick, this frame is entirely constructed by hand & you can still see the frame-maker's nails at the corners & this frame ~
EDWARDIAN / VICTORIAN OAK FRAMES
... the design is excellent, and the frame is ever-so-slightly angled at the sight edge & also to the main frieze, this creates a wonderful visual contrast, angled specifically into the sight to draw the viewer's eye into the painting, it's a very clever visual trick, this frame is entirely constructed by hand & you can still see the frame-maker's nails at the corners & this frame ~
EDWARDIAN / VICTORIAN OAK FRAMES
... these types of high-quality frames are always of superb quality, they are often referred to (mainly in the U.S.) as being 'Quarter-Sawn' OR 'Mission' due to the way the oak is cut across the grain resulting in super strong oak pieces that never warp & beautiful perfectly matching grain which fit seamlessly in the corner joints ~
... entirely constructed & mitred by hand, giving such super-solid corners by hand this is a wonderful early 20th Century Oak frame with a real sense of handcrafted Arts & Crafts style ~
... in conclusion, these types of Edwardian frames are a perfect blend of understated design and elegant craftsmanship. The smooth and tactile border, along with the raised bead line, adds a touch of sophistication and draws the eye into the picture. These frames are truly a work of art that enhances the beauty of any image they hold ~
... this frame will suit a certain picture OR perhaps an image of a loved one; it is certainly a frame that will grace any wall ~ it would also make a fabulous mirror!
Thank you for looking ~
If you have any questions please ask ~
Condition
In Very good condition; the slip is showing its age & has lost some of its original gilt sheen, this is authentic & in my opinion, simply adds to the character I mention just for honesty in the listing; together with the odd age-commensurate ding here & there but nothing in particular & certainly nothing to detract ~ Age-commensurate wear ~ Super SOLID joints ~ With NO major losses OR damages ~ Please take in ALL of the photos ~
Please refer to the photographs ~ They accurately represent the very good antique condition ~ Any significant damages OR losses are always shown in the photos ...
For clients in the United States, Canada, the U.A.E. Japan & Australia ... we are more than happy to combine shipping for multiple items, please, go ahead & buy as many frames as you wish & then once finished, request a fresh shipping quote ~ alternatively, go ahead & pay for all of your frames including the shipping & we will then give a full refund of the difference via eBay once all of the frames have been wrapped, measured & then weighed, it is not possible to know the exact postage costs until this is completed ~ however, rest assured, it is not our intention to profit on the shipping ~
Customers lucky enough to be living in the extremities of the U.K., such as the Highlands & Islands or Cornwall or on an Island, IOM, IOW, Scilly Isles, Channel Islands etc., or Northern Ireland, please note that shipping may cost a bit extra, please get in touch for an estimated quote before bidding, Thank You ~
Some useful info ...
... at bluehorsefinearts, we try to find the most interesting & exciting frames we possibly can, not just frames of excellent design & quality but also beguiling, captivating frames that are quirky & have that extra bit of character ~ be they Contemporary OR classic Oak, OR ostentatious Louis XV / Napoleon III / Italian Rococo / Polychrome gilded frames OR glamorous Art-Deco pieces OR incredible carved Arts & Crafts one-offs ~
Finding the frames is the tricky bit, I wear a lot of tyre tread & shoe leather on my travels & I reject 99% of the frames that I see based on design OR condition, not to mention price ~ Many of the 'high-end' Interiors glossy magazines World of Interiors / Architectural Digest / Elle Decoration et al, have been promoting antique frame ‘feature-walls’ for many years now has been a famous decorator trend ~
*A group of frames on a wall can be a great conversation starter & so we aim to bring as many quirky, top-notch antique & repro frames onto eBay at any one time to present plenty of options ~
** All of our antique frames will have some form of age commensurate wear, most of our frames are not reproductions & so there will be slight imperfections e.g., the odd ding OR light scratch etc, after all, this is the very essence of owning an antique frame ~ Please, always refer to the detailed photos, they are an accurate reflection of the antique condition ~
*** Each frame has been carefully stripped down of its backing & cleaned using professional materials - The back of the frame is then meticulously tidied of any loose impediments, nails, splinters, dust, glass OR any other abrasions ~ Where necessary, the border is then treated with a high-quality bees-wax and buffed vigorously, giving the wood a fresh lustre and sheen leaving you the customer with what is effectively a moderately refurbished frame ~ Some frames, depending on size, may be available with old glass & a backing so please enquire about this before we ship ~
*** We can combine shipping whenever possible, we are happy to combine shipping for multiple frames, simply buy your frames & then once done, request a new shipping quote, alternatively, pay for your frames including the shipping & we will give a full refund via eBay once your frames are wrapped, weighed & measured ~
*** New stock is listed every week ~
*** Any easels/props used in the photos included in the sale ~
*** Rebate/Rabbet dimensions represent the size of artwork OR mirror that the frame will hold ~
*** Unless mentioned in the above description this frame will not have a glass OR a backing ~ New glass, however, OR distressed mirror glass can easily be sourced from a local glazier/picture framer & will cost in most cases no more than a few pounds ~ I do, however, keep a large stock of antique glass ~ should you wish to drop by our location in the North-West of England & collect a piece ~ please DM for details ~ TOM
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*** The enjoyment of a treasured painting is linked to how the artwork is presented ~ Top art galleries have always known this ~ It is a proven principle adopted in private & public collections all over the world ~ In choosing an original antique frame you are showing sound aesthetic judgement ~ It is incredible how powerfully a tasteful frame can influence our perception & enjoyment of a photo OR painting ~ The union of picture & frame jointly should be harmonious, amplifying & heightening the visual impact for you the viewer ~
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*** Unless mentioned in the above description this frame will not have a glass OR a backing ~ New glass, however, OR distressed mirror glass can easily be sourced from a local glazier/picture framer & will cost in most cases no more than a few pounds ~ I do, however, keep a large stock of antique glass ~ should you wish to drop by our location in the North-West of England & collect a piece ~ please DM for details ~ TOM ...
