What is the purpose of a window frame?

Window frames are designed to surround the window and provide support for the entire window system. Some window frames are designed to be functional and move in different ways, while others are completely stationary. Find a collection of vintage and modern window frames on 1stDibs.

Are antique picture frames valuable?

Antique picture frames can be very valuable, particularly if they are older and have maintained their high quality. Some designs are considered classically attractive and are more valuable even if they are not as old.

Antique Window Frames

Glass Transom

Arched Window

Wood Framed Stain Glass

19th Century Stained Glass Window

Large Second Empire Gilt Bronze and Marquetry Display Cabinet

$130,414

Large Second Empire Gilt Bronze and Marquetry Display Cabinet

Located in London, GB

Each of the bays is glazed with a shaped glass panel set within a gilt bronze frame moulded with foliate patterns. Below each of the windows is a gilt bronze framed floral marquetry ...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Window Frames

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Bezel Black Onyx & Mourning Hair Octagonal Pin Brooch

$2,430

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Bezel Black Onyx & Mourning Hair Octagonal Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

The center of the brooch features an oval shaped compartment that holds braided blonde and brown hair inside which is sealed with an oval 18k yellow gold frame and its original glass...

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1890s Victorian Antique Window Frames

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-18th Century Hand Drawn English Farm Map on Vellum, circa 1740s

$1,250

Mid-18th Century Hand Drawn English Farm Map on Vellum, circa 1740s

Located in San Francisco, CA

Dimensions 20.5" x 11". The frame measures 25" x 16". The back of the frame has a window opening with more text (see pics).

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Mid-18th Century English Antique Window Frames

Materials

Lambskin

French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Cartel Clock Signed F.Lesage Paris

$19,800

French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Cartel Clock Signed F.Lesage Paris

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

At each side are display windows with their original glass framed within an ormolu band.

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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Window Frames

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

Antique Fine Handcarved Oak Gothic Revival Wall Shrine / Chapel for Statuette

$2,463

Antique Fine Handcarved Oak Gothic Revival Wall Shrine / Chapel for Statuette

Located in Lisse, NL

What also makes this piece extra attractive is the Gothic church window-like frame behind the doors. It is among the finest we have seen to date and on top of that this antique also ...

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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Window Frames

Materials

Brass

Defeat at River Gete: The Fall of Orange to Alva in 1568, Published in 1730

$412

Defeat at River Gete: The Fall of Orange to Alva in 1568, Published in 1730

Located in Langweer, NL

Collectors and aficionados of historical artwork will find in this print a captivating window into the past, framed by the expertise of Decker's hand.

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1730s Antique Window Frames

Materials

Paper

Antique German Hanau Rococo Silver 6-Window Picture Frame

$4,500

Antique German Hanau Rococo Silver 6-Window Picture Frame

By Georg Roth, Hanau

Located in New York, NY

German Rococo 800 silver picture frame, ca 1900. Pyramid-form comprising six windows in imbricated leaf frames joined by open leaves and flowers.

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Early 20th Century German Rococo Revival Antique Window Frames

Materials

Silver

Antique Chinese Export Silver Picture Frame

$854Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Chinese Export Silver Picture Frame

Located in New York, NY

Marked “Sterling”. Dimensions: Frame: H 7 1/4 x W 4 3/4 in. Window: H 4 1/4 x W 2 3/4 in.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Export Antique Window Frames

Materials

Silver

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Antique Window Frames For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique window frames is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, all antique window frames available were constructed with great care. Antique window frames have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Industrial, Victorian and Georgian antique window frames are consistently popular styles. Antique window frames have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Brendan Bass are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Window Frames?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,682, while they’re typically $252 on the low end and $165,000 highest priced.

Questions About Antique Window Frames

What is the purpose of a window frame?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Window frames are designed to surround the window and provide support for the entire window system. Some window frames are designed to be functional and move in different ways, while others are completely stationary. Find a collection of vintage and modern window frames on 1stDibs.
Are antique picture frames valuable?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Antique picture frames can be very valuable, particularly if they are older and have maintained their high quality. Some designs are considered classically attractive and are more valuable even if they are not as old.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Yes, antique picture frames are considered valuable. They are regarded as high-value collectibles and can often be seen in exhibits without canvases, as art pieces on their own. Made of wood traditionally, antique picture frames remain very popular owing to their ability to be shaped in varied profiles. You can choose from a wide variety of antique picture frames, including designs in antique and vintage, new and contemporary, and 21st century pre-owned styles on 1stDibs.