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What is a gesso frame?
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Gesso is the Italian word for “chalk.” It has been used for the preparation of gilding frames. You can find a variety of gesso picture frames on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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American 19th Century Coved Picture Frame. Original Gold Gilding
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique American gilt picture frame. Rabbet measures 12.5" x 10.5" Perfect for a 12" x 10" painting.
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Category
Antique 19th Century American Picture Frames
Materials
Gold Leaf
Partial Giltwood and Gesso Frame
Located in Denton, TX
Early 20th century antique partial giltwood and gesso frame with new mirror.
Category
20th Century Unknown Wall Mirrors
Materials
Gesso, Wood
$480 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique French Distressed Gilt Gesso Framed Overmantel Mirror, 19th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE FRENCH MIRROR
A rectangular mirror with a highly decorative gilt gesso frame with
Category
Antique 19th Century French Wall Mirrors
Materials
Gesso, Mercury Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Antique American Punch Paper Lacework Celtic Cross Original Ornate Gesso Frame
Located in New Orleans, LA
The object in the image is an antique punch paper or lacework cross, likely from the 1870s, framed
Category
Antique 1870s American Aesthetic Movement Decorative Art
Materials
Gesso, Velvet, Glass, Wood
Antique Gold Giltwood Gesso 30" French Victorian Deep Frame Wall Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Gold Giltwood Gesso 30" French Victorian Deep Frame Wall Mirror. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Gesso, Mirror, Wood
Antique French Oil Painting On Canvas In A Period Gesso Frame
Located in New Orleans, LA
A charming antique French oil on canvas of an atmospheric landscape in a period gesso and wood
Category
Antique 1890s French Late Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
$680 Sale Price
20% Off