19th Century Spanish Gilt Bronze Picture Frame

Description

A stunning Spanish gilt bronze picture frame, embellished in Gothic Victorian era styling, with ornate pierced motif having fruit, shell, … more A stunning Spanish gilt bronze picture frame, embellished in Gothic Victorian era styling, with ornate pierced motif having fruit, shell, scroll, putti and grotesque mask motifs around the perimeter, surmounted by a central flaming urn crest flanked by two winged griffins. Circa 1880

Large, heavy, with rich ornamental work and detailing, and beautifully patinated.

Dimensions: (approx)
22.5" High, 14.5" Wide, .5" Deep

Fits photos:
13.5" High, 10.25" Wide

Provenance:
Acquired from the highly curated contents of fine quality antique dealers, Ed and Jane Grant, who retired after four decades in the industry. The couple supplied both their Washington metro based antique shop, Grant Antiques, and their exceptionally posh Connecticut showcase, E.J. Grant Antiques, with domestic and imported pieces. World travelers who especially loved European antiques, sourced their merchandise during their frequent buying trips to Europe and Asia and included purchases originating in France, the British Isles, Italy, Spain, and beyond.

"We have never been content with our established route. England is our first and favorite country and furniture. Then we discovered France. Then Holland and Belgium. On to Italy, Spain, then Scandinavia and later China. As always, bits and pieces from the U.S.," explains Jane in her memoirs of their 40 years as antiques dealers.

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Great original antique condition. Presents splendidly. Nicely aged patina over the whole. One small crack to frame (pictured), may have additional minor age appropriate wear. Nothing that detracts from the aesthetics or functionality, but only adding to the overall antique character and historic depth aquired from almost a century and a half. Ready for immediate use. less