Octagonal Tortoiseshell Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Octagonal tortoiseshell picture frame. Antique octagonal frame in beautiful condition smoothly applied with antique Sicilian tortoiseshell and original brass hook; for favourite phot...
Metal
Flemish Tortoiseshell Frame with Red and Black Marbling
Located in Dallas, TX
A striking and rare Flemish frame dating from circa 1800–1820, crafted in genuine tortoiseshell with richly saturated red and black coloring. The natural marbling of the shell gives ...
Tortoise Shell
Antique Tortoiseshell Sterling Silver Heart Photograph Frame Dated London 1897
By John Batson & Sons
Located in London, GB
Tortoiseshell and silver heart photograph frame date London, 1897 Maker Henry John Batson & Albert Edward Batson This frame is in excellent condition the tortoiseshell retains its or...
Silver
Silver and Tortoiseshell Pique inlaid photo Frame by Henry Matthews
Located in London, GB
A fine silver pique work and tortoiseshell inlaid photo frame by Henry Matthews. Silver hall marks for Henry Matthews, Birmingham, 1916. With silver, hallmarked strut backing.
Silver
Pair of Italian 17th Century Small Scale Florentine Mirrors/Picture Frames
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An outstanding pair of Italian 17th century ebonized fruitwood and tortoiseshell small scale Florentine mirrors/picture frames. Each beautiful frame displays a wonderfully executed a...
Tortoise Shell, Fruitwood
19th-century Tortoiseshell and Ebonized Wood Frame.
Located in New York, NY
19th century European frame, reverse profile, ebonized wood and inlaid tortoise shell. Sight size (opening from front): 24-3/4” x 19-3/8” Molding width: 4-1/2” Depth from wall: ...
Tortoise Shell, Wood
1915 Medium Tortoiseshell Photograph Frame
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
One tortoiseshell Photograph Frames with silver rims and suede backings. A Photograph Frame with arched top, Birmingham 1915, mark of G&SCoLtd for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company. ...
Silver
1913 Small Tortoiseshell Photograph Frame
By William Comyns & Sons 1
Located in Hong Kong, HK
One tortoiseshell Photograph Frames with silver rims and suede backings. A Photograph Frame with arched top, London 1913, mark of W.C for William Comyns & Sons Ltd The pictures are ...
Silver
1915 Medium Tortoiseshell Photograph Frame
Located in Hong Kong, HK
One tortoiseshell Photograph Frames with silver rims and suede backings. A Photograph Frame with arched top and silver rim, black material backs, London 1915, numbered A6292, mark ...
Silver
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H 14.97 in W 10.63 in D 0.79 in
1928 Pair of George V Silver and Tortoiseshell Photograph Frames
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Each of arched form with silver borders and plaques, one inscribed for "Victor Lightman J.P., Obt 24th July 1928", the other "Rebecca Lightman, Obt 23rd Jan 1928", with blue canvas b...
Silver
Antique Italian's faux Tortoise Shell Frame, circa 1850
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Octagonal faux Tortoise shell frame made in Italy in 1850, in perfect conditions overall.
Tortoise Shell
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H 3 in W 4.25 in D 0.25 in
Antique Sterling Silver & Tortoiseshell Picture Frame by J B Carrington, 1905
By John Bodman Carrington
Located in London, GB
Presenting an exquisite Antique Sterling Silver & Tortoiseshell Photo Frame, crafted in London in 1905 by John Bodman Carrington. This beautiful frame displays a delightful patina t...
Sterling Silver
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H 7.75 in W 5.75 in L 7.75 in
Pair of Antique Tortoiseshell Picture Frames with Arch Top Date circa 1910-1915
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique tortoiseshell picture frames with arch top date circa 1910-1915 These frames are in very good condition with a attractive patina of the tortoiseshell. The back...
Tortoise Shell
Italian tortoiseshell and ivory frame with mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
An Italian 19th Century tortoiseshell and engraved ivory frame, now with a mirror, circa 1880.
Tortoise Shell
Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Frame
Located in Stamford, CT
Unusual 18th century Hispano Flemish frame. The tortoiseshell and mother of pearl inlay showing the Spanish influence and the ripple molding typically Dutch, circa 1700.
Tortoise Shell
Silver and Tortoiseshell Photo Frame, circa London 1923
Located in London, GB
A beautiful silver & tortoiseshell arch-top photo frame with a great patina showing areas of light & shade which enhances the colour perfectly. Complete with its original oak back...
Silver
English Silver & Tortoiseshell Arch-Top Frame Birmingham 1918
Located in London, GB
Beautiful English silver & tortoiseshell frame with attractive arch top. The shell has been slightly polished to enhance the overall look Dated Birmingham 1918 We are always add...
Silver
Antique Tortoiseshell and Sterling Silver Photo Frame, London, 1904
Located in London, GB
Antique tortoiseshell and sterling silver photo frame by Arthur William Clare of London, 1904 This early 20th century and unusual square tortoiseshell sterling silver photograph fra...
Sterling Silver
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H 10.5 in W 6.5 in D 0.5 in
Beautiful Pair of Arch Top Elongated Tortoiseshell Photograph Frames, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
A pair of arch top elongated tortoiseshell photograph frames. There is a good patina on the shell of both, which is always enhanced by lighting to give them an attractive mellow ...
Tortoise Shell
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H 7.5 in W 5.25 in D 0.5 in
Early 20th Century Tortoiseshell & Silver Photograph Frame Sheffield 1913-1914
By Walker & Hall
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century Tortoiseshell & sterling silver photograph frame date Sheffield 1913-1914 by maker Walker & Hall. This silver & tortoiseshell photo frame is in excellent condi...
Sterling Silver
Large Antique Tortoiseshell Photo Frame with Silver Overlay Corners London 1897
Located in London, GB
A Large Antique Tortoiseshell Photo Frame with Silver Overlay Corners dated London 1897. This mid 19th century frame is a great size with unusual silver overlay decoration to each...
Silver
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H 11 in W 7 in D 0.5 in
Large Arch-Top Silver and Tortoiseshell Frame by Mappin Bros., London 1908
By Mappin & Webb
Located in London, GB
An elegant & large, arched top silver & tortoiseshell frame by Mappin Bros., dated London 1908. The back is in excellent condition as seen in the images. Dimensions h 11"x w7" S...
Sterling Silver
Italian Tortoiseshell Round Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Italian tortoiseshell round picture frame. Antique circular Italian tortoiseshell frame with green velvet easel back. Italy, circa 1880 Dimensions: 5" diameter x .75" D Octagonal t...
Tortoise Shell
Italian Silver and Tortoiseshell Frame
Located in New York, NY
Italian silver and tortoiseshell frame. Antique small rectangular silver Milanese frame with inset tortoiseshell panels and brown velvet covered easel back ready for your favorite ph...
Sterling Silver
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H 6.25 in W 4.5 in D 0.5 in
Pair of Antique Tortoiseshell and Silver Photograph Frames Birmingham 1902
Located in London, GB
A pair of antique tortoiseshell and sterling silver photograph frames. Makers Horton and Allday dated Birmingham 1902. A beautiful pair of frames the tortoiseshell has a beautiful ...
Sterling Silver
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H 9 in W 7 in D 0.6 in
20th Century Tortoiseshell Photo Frame by Henry Matthews Date Birmingham 1922
By Henry Matthews
Located in London, GB
A 20th century tortoiseshell photo frame Maker Henry Matthews date Birmingham, 1922. This tortoiseshell has a beautiful patina of light and shade. The silver outer edge is slig...
Sterling Silver
19th Century Tortoise Shell Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
I love the sterling silver border and the inlay of entwined branches on this light colored tortoise shell frame. The overall design is very pleasing with a proportion suitable for m...
Silver
19TH Century English Sterling and Tortoise Picture Frame
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fashioned by a London silversmith . Exquisite and exceptional quality with highly detailed accents. The " lyre " form easel back is sterling as well. Generously scaled and visually s...
Sterling Silver
19TH Century English Sterling Silver and Tortoise Picture Frame
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Superior quality , workmanship and design. The frame is appointed with trefoil - like corners that flare out. Stunning good looks. Exceptionally rare
Sterling Silver
Antique English Tortoise Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
The origin and date of this frame can easily be determined by the hallmarks found on the clip on the back. It was made in Birmingham, England in 1900 from rosewood, tortoise shell a...
Sterling Silver
19th C. Red Tortoise Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful mirror with tortoise shell veneer and contrasting ebonized outer detail.
Wood, Tortoise Shell
Large English Tortoiseshell Photograph Frame
Located in New York, NY
Large rectangular tortoiseshell photograph frame with new beveled glass and replaced back and stand.
Tortoise Shell
19th Century Tortoiseshell Picture Frame with Silver Mounts
Located in Nashville, TN
19th Century Ornate silver mounts on tortoiseshell picture frame. Fits photo size 3.5 x 5.5.
Silver
Stockholm, Gustavian Style Armchair
Located in Allerum, SE
Limited edition reproductions by D. Larsson, inspired by the finest 18th - 19th-century Swedish furniture. STOCKHOLM, This Gustavian style armchair is inspired by one of the finest ...
Beech
$4,500
H 13.5 in W 11.5 in D 1 in
"Leda and the Swan", Incised and Painted Wood Panel, Art Deco, Gold and Black
By Arthur Crisp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This brilliant depiction of Leda and the Swan, a nude female figure and outstretched black swan illustrating the classic mythological story, was painted by Arthur Crisp on wood panel...
Wood, Paint
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$108,562
H 16.54 in W 7.88 in D 21.26 in
PH Piano Table Lamp in Brass and Glass by Poul Henningsen, 1930s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The PH Piano table lamp, designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark during the 1930s, is a rare example of early Scandinavian modern lighting design. The la...
Brass
Tiffany Studios Large Grapevine Pattern Picture Frame, ca. 1905
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Petaluma, CA
This Large and beautiful picture frame is the the work of Tiffany Studios. This is the grapevine pattern with a gilt finish- The top border of the frame monogrammed (A.S.B.). Rich Ti...
Bronze
$2,838 / item
H 24 in W 24 in D 24 in
Modern Fabric Pendant Light by Studio Mirei, Nebula 60, from Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Nebula collection is drawn out of the interstellar clouds of dust and gas in space - regions where stars begin to form. Made of a woven natural fiber from the banana tree, which ...
Natural Fiber
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
Antique Picture Frame, Verdun 1916, France, 8 x 12 cm
Located in Greven, DE
Beautifully handcrafted picture frame. Brass with fine embellishments like leaf tendrils and the lettering "Verdun".
Brass
Sterling Silver Peruvian Repousse Picture Frame Ca. 1920s
Located in Peabody, MA
An early 20th century art nouveau sterling silver repousse picture frame, marked Industria Peruana Plata, Sterling. Frame measures 12.5" wide x 15.25" high overall. The opening on t...
Sterling Silver
Set of 12 English Porcelain Botanical Plates, Spode, circa 1900
By Spode
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 English porcelain botanical plates, Spode, circa 1900.
$6,800 / item
H 48 in W 33 in D 2.75 in
Bespoke Octagonal Pink Murano Glass and Brass Mirror, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Bespoke octagonal pink Murano glass and bras mirror, in stock Vivid and intense pink glass block with naturally occurring air inclusions throughout, highly polished faceted pattern c...
Brass
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...
Brass
Large Japanese Imari Porcelain Display Bowl
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A large Imari porcelain display bowl from the early 20th century. The bowl features a gently scalloped rim and is decorated with exquisitely painted enamels in blue, orange, red, and...
Porcelain
"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Oak Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand 6-drawer dresser showcases elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural drawer fronts, making it a distinctive piece in any bedroom. It sits on minimal turned legs, b...
Oak
$2,800
H 5 in W 8 in D 5.5 in
"Cupid with Bow", Rare Art Deco Teapot by Rometti, Deep Pink & Black, 1920s
By Rometti Ceramics 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Charming and very modern, this Art Deco teapot depicting a Cupid figure with his bow drawn, ready to strike his victim, was designed by Dante Baldelli for the famed Rometti ceramic w...
Ceramic
$60,580
H 88.98 in W 70.87 in D 94.89 in
Renaissance Style Oak Tester 4 Poster Bed Armorial Tapestry Bedspread King Size
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A vintage king size oak tester or four poster bed in the Renaissance style. Hand carved with Adam & Eve carvings in the headboard, figurative sculptures in the bedposts, three carve...
Oak
Picture frames have the distinct role of presenting artwork in your home. A good frame can elevate the appearance of a fine oil painting or provocative fine-art photograph. From ornate handcrafted designs to streamlined wooden styles, some antique, new and vintage picture frames have become stand-alone pieces of art on their own.
Frames were originally a part of paintings themselves before they were separate structures carved from walnut and other woods for use with items like portrait paintings and mirrors. The design of frames evolved in Renaissance-era Italy, where an artist might create his own gilded or painted frame. Today, there are all kinds of picture frames made from a variety of materials, including silver, bronze and acrylic.
Displaying art in the home is an art in and of itself, and trends and new art movements have dictated how picture frames have been integrated into home interiors over the years. When Abstract Expressionist art emerged during the 1930s, for example, collectors utilized minimalist frames to hang abstract works or dispensed with frames entirely. Today, mixing mediums and frame designs make for endless combinations, but knowing how to arrange wall art can help even if you’re feeling adventurous.
Whether it’s a dark wood frame for your landscape paintings, a sleek chrome mid-century modern frame to show off your black-and-white photography or a bold Art Deco frame that might completely outshine its subject, find an extensive collection of antique, new and vintage picture frames on 1stDibs.
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