{"product_id":"antique-oval-floral-micro-mosaic-photograph-frame","title":"Antique Oval Floral Micro-Mosaic Photograph Frame","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem: Antique Oval Floral Micro-Mosaic Photograph Frame\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdditional Description\u003cbr\u003eCharming antique oval tabletop photograph frame decorated with an intricate border of hand-laid floral micro-mosaic work. Tiny tesserae in shades of white, pink, blue, green, and burgundy form a continuous garland of flowers and foliage surrounding the photograph aperture. The frame retains its original brass-toned metal body, easel stand, and convex glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe micro-mosaic decoration reflects the enduring popularity of Italian souvenir arts produced for Grand Tour travelers and collectors. The fine floral patterning and restrained palette make it a particularly attractive display piece, even independent of the photograph it currently contains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra\u003cbr\u003eLate 19th Century to Early 20th Century, circa 1880–1920.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistory\u003cbr\u003eMicro-mosaic work developed in Rome during the late eighteenth century and became one of Italy's most celebrated decorative arts. By the nineteenth century, finely crafted micro-mosaic frames, jewelry, plaques, and souvenirs were eagerly purchased by travelers undertaking the Grand Tour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike larger stone mosaics, micro-mosaics utilize thousands of tiny glass tesserae arranged to create highly detailed decorative motifs. Floral examples such as this remained popular into the early twentieth century and were frequently mounted in brass, bronze, or gilt-metal frames.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance\u003cbr\u003ePrivate collection. No maker's marks observed in the provided photographs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials\u003cbr\u003eMicro-mosaic glass tesserae, brass or bronze-toned metal frame, convex glass, metal easel support, photographic print.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eOverall: Approx. TBD\u003cbr\u003eVisible Image Area: Approx. TBD\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisclaimers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSurface wear, oxidation, and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eMinor losses, irregularities, or repairs to mosaic tesserae may be present and should be expected in antique micro-mosaic work.\u003cbr\u003ePhotograph included as found.\u003cbr\u003eNot examined under magnification or disassembled from frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48727670227199,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/8780\/4927\/files\/E9412B47-8011-4FBA-985F-B2E2C2BB889C.png?v=1782056343","url":"https:\/\/forthelouvreofantiques.com\/products\/antique-oval-floral-micro-mosaic-photograph-frame","provider":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}