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Huge 19th Century Venetian Grotto Frame, Italy 1780

About the Item

Monumental 18th Century Venetian Grotto Frame, created circa 1780 in Italy. This frame is impressive as an decorative element or the encasement for a treasured painting, mirror or image. The original silver gilt and paint have aged gracefully.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 95 in (241.3 cm)Width: 55 in (139.7 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1770-1779
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7041242988792

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