{"product_id":"large-antique-french-gilt-metal-oval-frame-with-bow-crest","title":"Large Antique French Gilt Metal Oval Frame with Bow Crest","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large antique French gilt metal oval frame, sourced in Paris, with a romantic bow crest, tiny roses, ivy detail, and a double beaded border around the front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is one of those pieces that immediately feels like it belongs in an old Paris apartment, holding a photograph, a handwritten note, a small portrait, or a fragment of antique paper. The frame has a beautiful storybook quality, with roses gathered into the bow at the top and ivy-like ornament wrapping around the oval form. The front is gilded with a warm aged finish, while the back shows the quieter evidence of use over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe frame is currently styled with antique French document paper cut to fit inside. The paper is included as shown, giving the piece an old-world layered look, though it could easily be replaced with a photograph, silhouette, miniature artwork, or another favorite fragment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe piece has an easel back for tabletop display, as well as a loop for hanging on the wall. It does lean back more noticeably when standing, as many older easel frames can, but it may be gently adjusted or modified if a straighter display is desired. It will also sit a little straighter when placed carefully on a table or shelf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA special large French frame for a mantel, bedside table, writing desk, bookshelf, gallery wall, or any collected room that needs a little romance and age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Origin:\u003c\/em\u003e Sourced in Paris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Material:\u003c\/em\u003e Gilt metal, likely brass or bronze alloy, with antique French document paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Size:\u003c\/em\u003e 10 1\/8” tall x 7” wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Display:\u003c\/em\u003e Easel back and hanging loop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Style:\u003c\/em\u003e Louis XVI \/ Neoclassical Revival influence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Details:\u003c\/em\u003e Bow crest with roses, ivy border, and double beaded band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e• Estimated age:\u003c\/em\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1900-1930\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with visible age, patina, surface wear, scratches to the back, and small irregularities to the frame. The front is gilded; the back does not appear to be gilded in the same way and shows age-related wear. The back retaining metal has broken over time, so the backing is currently held in place with tape. The easel back is present and functional, though the frame leans back more significantly than it sits upright. Any wonky indenting, patina, scratches, age-darkening, and old repairs are considered part of the antique character of the piece. Sold as is. Please see photos carefully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rue \u0026 Relique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47215996993707,"sku":"MET-005","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/9172\/8811\/files\/ASeasoninParis-21.jpg?v=1781115342","url":"https:\/\/rueandrelique.com\/products\/large-antique-french-gilt-metal-oval-frame-with-bow-crest","provider":"Rue \u0026 Relique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}