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Description
A jewel-like Italian miniature picture frame with an intricate floral glass mosaic, vivid turquoise borders, and delicate brass rope edging. …
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A jewel-like Italian miniature picture frame with an intricate floral glass mosaic, vivid turquoise borders, and delicate brass rope edging. White daisy-like blossoms mingle with blue, red, and yellow flowers and slender green leaves, creating a richly detailed surround for a favorite portrait or small keepsake.
Individual glass elements lend texture and dimension to the oval border, while the warm brass setting provides a graceful contrast to the saturated colors. Small ball feet and a folding brass easel complete the tabletop presentation. The frame includes fitted oval protective glass and a removable brass backing secured by swivel tabs. The reverse bears an impressed “MADE ITALY” mark.
Its miniature scale invites close appreciation—an intimate decorative accent with the presence of a small piece of jewelry.
Designer Notes
Place beside a porcelain box on a dressing table, layer among family photographs on a secretary, or pair with a small silver tray on a bedside table. The turquoise and floral palette brings a thoughtful touch of color to English country, traditional, and collected interiors.
Origin & Acquisition
Made in Italy, with an impressed “MADE ITALY” mark on the reverse. The floral glass mosaic, brass rope edging, ball feet, and hinged easel share construction details with comparable frames catalogued by antique dealers to the early 20th century, suggesting a possible date of circa 1900–1920. This is a comparative attribution; the exact maker and production date remain unverified. Acquired from an estate, where it was catalogued as a vintage Italian micro mosaic miniature picture frame.
Dimensions
Approximately 2⅓″ W × ⅓″ D × 3⅛″ H.
Depth represents the frame thickness; the extended easel requires additional display space. Measurements are overall dimensions.
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- Dimensions
- 2.5ʺW × 0.33ʺD × 3.1ʺH
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Glass
- Mosaic
- Textile
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Turquoise
- Condition Notes
- Very good vintage condition. The floral mosaic appears well preserved, and the protective glass, easel, and backing are present. The … moreVery good vintage condition. The floral mosaic appears well preserved, and the protective glass, easel, and backing are present. The brass shows age-related patina, light surface wear, and localized discoloration, particularly on the reverse. Please review the detailed photographs. less
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