{"product_id":"19th-century-french-gilt-brass-beveled-glass-miniature-easel-frame-rococo-revival","title":"19th Century French Gilt-Brass \u0026 Beveled Glass Miniature Easel Frame, Rococo Revival","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem: 19th Century French Gilt-Brass \u0026amp; Beveled Glass Miniature Easel Frame, Rococo Revival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly decorative 19th-century French miniature easel frame in gilt brass, richly ornamented in the Rococo Revival taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rectangular beveled glass panel is held within an elaborate gilt-brass structure with exuberant scrolling acanthus, shell, and foliate ornament. The lower corners rise into sculptural rocaille supports, while the top is crowned with an asymmetrical scrolling crest, giving the piece the light, theatrical character associated with Louis XV-inspired decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA narrow vertical gilt-brass support runs behind the glass and incorporates a dark ribbed or notched element, likely part of the original mechanism for securing or adjusting a photograph, miniature, or small work on paper. The reverse retains its hinged easel support, allowing the frame to stand independently on a tabletop, dressing table, desk, or mantel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clear beveled glass gives the piece a particularly jewel-like quality and would beautifully display a small portrait, photograph, calling card, devotional image, or miniature artwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca 1870–1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRococo Revival \/ Louis XV Revival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObject Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMiniature easel frame \/ tabletop photograph frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Gilt brass or bronze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Beveled glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Metal easel support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall decorative easel frames became especially popular during the second half of the 19th century, when photography and portrait miniatures were increasingly incorporated into domestic interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench makers frequently drew on earlier Louis XV and Rococo decorative vocabulary, using scrolling acanthus leaves, shells, asymmetrical crests, and richly modeled gilt-metal mounts to transform otherwise practical photograph frames into luxury decorative objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact frames of this type were often placed on writing desks, dressing tables, mantelpieces, and small salon furniture, where they displayed intimate family portraits or treasured images.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarks \/ Signature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo visible maker’s mark observed in the photographs provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease add:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall: ___” H × ___” W × ___” D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlass: ___” H × ___” W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with wear consistent with age and use. The gilt-metal surface shows expected rubbing, oxidation, darkening, and small areas of finish loss, particularly at projecting decorative elements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe beveled glass appears intact with minor surface marks and edge wear consistent with age. The reverse easel support remains present and functional. Minor casting irregularities and age-related movement to the metalwork may be present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review all photographs closely as they form part of the condition description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrance, late 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisclaimers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating and French attribution are based on style, materials, construction, and visible age and should be regarded as approximate unless a maker’s mark is discovered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe metal has not been scientifically tested and is described as gilt brass or bronze based on visual examination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50628250534143,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/8780\/4927\/files\/5577FB01-2A42-46E5-884D-4EEA755BC38A.png?v=1791562576","url":"https:\/\/forthelouvreofantiques.com\/es\/products\/19th-century-french-gilt-brass-beveled-glass-miniature-easel-frame-rococo-revival","provider":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}