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19th Century Gilt and Gesso Frame attributed to President James Polk Estate

$2,500
£1,895.63
€2,189.43
CA$3,507.65
A$3,907.45
CHF 2,061.12
MX$47,379
NOK 26,220.38
SEK 24,425.94
DKK 16,349.33

About the Item

Early 19th century gilt and gesso picture frame. Found at an estate sale in Columbia, Tennessee. Objects from the sale were attributed to President James K. Polk's estate. Fantastic alligatored gilded surface. Please see images. There are losses to the gesso.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40.5 in (102.87 cm)Width: 35.25 in (89.54 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Gesso,Wood,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Please see images. Some loss to gesso. Adds to the character of the frame. We can provide additional images if requested. Frame is very structurally sound.
  • Seller Location:
    Santa Monica, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU87348821063

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