Superb Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Picture Frame 25" x 15" Nouveau Mission

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Seller: bluehorsefinearts ✉️ (1,232) 98.9%, Location: Lytham St. Annes, GB, Ships to: WORLDWIDE, Item: 226004697181 Superb Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Picture Frame 25" x 15" Nouveau Mission. A SUPERB ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CARVED OAK ARTS & CRAFTS PICTURE FRAME ~ ... a stunningly beautiful antique oak frame with incredible sculptural detail, of classic Victorian oak leaves, branches, acorns & their cups ~ constructed from two individual solid oak mounts, the outer frame with a fabulous grain & patina throughout, the inner of breathtaking crisp carving ~ an ultra-solid piece, the inset carved focal point has a double circular aperture ~ Measuring approximately 25 & 1/2" by 15 & 1/8" (External) ~ With two circular apertures, each with a rebate of 8 & 1/4" by 8" (Internal) ~ Or, in centimetres 21cm by 20.5cm ~ Sight size is 7 & 3/4" by 7 & 1/2" ~ With a depth of over 2" ~ ... among the best ... CONT: PLEASE SEE IN THE MAIN LISTING BELOW FOR THE FULL DESCRIPTION & CONDITION REPORT Superb Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Picture Frame 26" x 15" Nouveau Mission

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Description A SUPERB ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CARVED OAK ARTS & CRAFTS PICTURE FRAME ~ ... a stunningly beautiful antique oak frame with incredible sculptural detail, of classic Victorian oak leaves, branches, acorns & their cups ~ constructed from two individual solid oak mounts, the outer frame with a fabulous grain & patina throughout, the inner of breathtaking crisp carving ~ an ultra -solid piece, it weighs in at well over 3 kilos, the inset carved focal point has a   double circular aperture for a pair of images   ~ Measuring approximately  25 & 1/2 "  by  15 & 1/8"  (External) ~  With two circular apertures, each with a  rebate  of   8 & 1/4 "   by  8"   (Internal) ~ Or, in centimetres  21cm  by  20.5cm  ~ Sight size is  7 & 3/4"  by 7 & 1/2" ~ With a depth of over 2" ~ ... among the best Oak frames I have ever sold & certainly a most wonderful construction, a  highly-convoluted  two-mount affair, the outer   frame with a wide, softly canted (angled) border, sloping to the image & within this incredible outer mounting, is another equally if-no-more impressive & incredible carved centrepiece section with a plethora of charming coruscating 'oak-related' classical motifs ~ ... not just the amazing tone, grain & patina that one would associate with the work of a master framer, but what is so special about this carving is that the background is pitted & the various foliate elements the leaves, bracts & acorns, many with cups empty all have this wonderful light gloss sheen, not varnished, but just with a natural lightness & shimmering smoothness that glint & sparkle all along the beautifully frieze, heavilt patinated & deeply carved into the deeply bevelled sight edging ~ ... the oak tree & its components were majorly symbolic in the Victorian era, with its mighty trunk & canopy, its lobed leaf & jaunty acorn - carries ancient symbolism, associated with lightning & fire; strength, perseverance & courage, fidelity & worship ~ ... entirely carved & crafted by hand this frame with a wonderful feel of early handcrafted Arts & Crafts style, worthy of display in any museum or gallery; patently unique ~ This frame will suit a particular pair of images of cherished ones; it is certainly a frame that will grace any wall ~ Thank you for looking ~ If you have any questions please ask ~   Condition   In Very good original condition; with NO major damages that I can see; perhaps the odd age commensurate minor ding here & there but in truth nothing particularly noteworthy ~  Age commensurate wear ~ Super strong corner joints ~ With NO major damages OR losses ~   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  U.S. ,  Canada  &  Australia  ... we are more than happy to combine shipping for multiple items, buy your frames & then once finished request a fresh shipping quote, alternatively, go ahead & pay for your frames including the shipping & we will give a full refund of the difference via eBay once all of the frames have been wrapped, weighed & measured, it is not possible to know the exact postage costs until this is done ~ however, rest assured, it is never 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 are not 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 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  We are   Bluehorse154  &  morethanjustjo   on   I N S T A G R A M      *** 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 ~   PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR OTHER ANTIQUE PICTURE FRAMES ON  e B a y   ~ THANK YOU!   Please add  Bluehorsefinearts  to your  Saved Sellers  ~
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  • Condition: Please see in the main listing below for the full description & a detailed condition report ~ Kindly refer to the photographs, they are an accurate representation of the very good antique condition ~ Postage wherever possible can be reduced for combined orders, both in the U.K. &/or abroad ~ By all means, go ahead & buy as many frames as you wish & then simply ask for a revised shipping quote before paying ~ Please check out our other Antique Picture Frames ~ If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask ~ Thank You ~ Tom & Jo ~
  • Antique: Yes
  • Type: Antique Victorian Carved Oak Picture Frame
  • Country/Region of Origin: France
  • Original/Repro: Original
  • Material: Oak
  • Country/Region: English Oak
  • Age: 1850-1899

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