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Style: American Empire
Antique American Empire Column and Rosette Giltwood Wall Mirror, 19th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique American Empire giltwood wall mirror offers column-form frame with rosette block corners, 19th century Measures: 37" H x 25" W x 3" D. Catalogue Note: Ask about DISCOUN...
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19th Century American Antique American Empire Picture Frames

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Mirror, Giltwood

American Oil on Canvas Ship Captain with Spyglass in Orig, Gilt Frame, C. 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
American portrait oil on canvas of a young ship captain holding a spyglass with a sailing ship, crew in rowboat, and gulls in lower background mounted in the original decorative gilt...
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1840s American Antique American Empire Picture Frames

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Brass and Copper P. E. Guerin Framed Mirror with Repousse Satyr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful table mirror by P. E. Guerin. 19th C., heavy and made with fine details -the back has what looks to be a leather back? The backing is held in with small finish nails and ...
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20th Century American Empire Picture Frames

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Brass

American Oil on Canvas Portrait of Seated Young Lady, NY, Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
American oil on canvas portrait of seated young lady in the original gilt wood floral flame, New York, Mid-19th century.
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1850s American Antique American Empire Picture Frames

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Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Paint

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19th century Giltwood American Empire Mirror Clausen Art Rooms New York
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Sterling Silver Peruvian Repousse Picture Frame Ca. 1920s
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Alberto Carlieri, Capriccio with Christ and the Adulteress, Oil on Canvas
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19th Century Giltwood Wall Mirror
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4805, very attractive 19th century gilded mirror, having original glass with some foxing in decorative frame with foliage scrolls to base and leafy crest to the top enclosing small...
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French School Oil on Canva Countryside Landscape, Early 20th Century
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Bronze Table Mirror and Picture Frame
Located in London, GB
Organic table mirror pivots into a picture frame by touch. The bronze has been cast into a relief of natural lines inspired by Art Nouveau depicting a landscape and sunset. The frame...
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1970s European Vintage American Empire Picture Frames

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19th Century American Oil on Canvas Painting of Landscape in Gold Gilt Frame
Located in Middleburg, VA
19th century American oil on canvas painting of landscape in gold gilt frame. Scene depicts two people walking among trees next to a body...
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Barovier and Toso Torchon glass with brass picture frame
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Substantial frame is comprised of a thick handmade Murano glass border in a sparkling hue of clear glass, suitably . The Murano glass has been twisted and shaped in the Torchon st...
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Antique American Empire Three Part Giltwood Wall Mirror, circa 1840
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique American Empire wall mirror offers balustrade form giltwood frame with three-part mirror, circa 1840 Measures - 26.5" x 61.5"w x 2.75"d.       
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19th Century American Antique American Empire Picture Frames

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Antique American Empire First Finish Giltwood Wall Mirror 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique American Empire wall mirror offers first finish giltwood column form frame with rosettes, 19th century. Measures- 19.75''H x 29.25''W x 3''D; 24''w x 14.25'' sight. Catalog...
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American Portrait of George Washington Oil on Canvas in Gilt Frame, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
American oval portrait of George Washington oil on canvas in the original gilt floral frame. Portrait retains the original wood back, Unsigned, C...
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American Portrait of George Washington Oil on Canvas in Gilt Frame, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
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Antique American Empire Parcel-Gilt Satinwood Over Mantel Mirror, circa 1830
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique American Empire over mantel mirror offers satinwood column-form frame with gilt highlights throughout, circa 1830 Measures: 28.75" H x 42.5" W x 2.75" D.
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Large Antique American Empire Triptych Giltwood over Mantel Mirror, circa 1840
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American Empire Carved Mahogany and Églomisé Eagle Trumeau Wall Mirror
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An American Empire églomisé trumeau mirror features foliate acanthus carved mahogany frame with upper panel having reverse painted reserve with...
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American Portrait of George Washington Oil on Canvas in Gilt Frame, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
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American Oil on Canvas Portrait of Osceola in Original Gilt Frame, Circa 1890
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Located in Charleston, SC
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1890s American Antique American Empire Picture Frames

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American Empire picture frames for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Empire picture frames for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage picture frames created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, mirrors, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, giltwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Empire picture frames made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original picture frames, popular names associated with this style include and P.E. Guerin. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for picture frames differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $600 and tops out at $18,500 while the average work can sell for $960.

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