Art Deco Picture Frames

Rectangular photo frame in 925/1000 silver with geometric design and fire-enameled with Chinese influence style. External cm. Internal 11.6 x 14.6 cm. 6 x 9. Weight gr. 194. Created in Art Deco style for Cartier USA in the 1980s, inspired by drawings by Louis Cartier from the early 1900s. Manufactured in Florence in the Salimbeni company headquarters with completely manual execution by artisan artists with high thickness plate and large reinforcements suitable to support numerous high-fire enamelling firings at approximately 750° < 800° C. It is a new object that has never been used but is considered vintage because it was built more than 20 years ago. The hallmarks struck to the underside of this fine box include: manufacturer's mark: 391FI metal mark fineness:925 Art Deco was also born in France and is the abbreviation of "Art Decoratif". With more decisive and geometric features than Art Nouveau, therefore more evident and "harder", with always contrasting and strong colours, Art Deco spread throughout the world, from Shanghai's China to the under construction New York and in various parts of Europe. Many artists and designers of the time dedicated themselves to the creation of drawings, paintings, objects for personal use and furniture, interior furnishings, entire buildings and skyscrapers, in this new style. Sandoz in Paris, Lalique with its crystals, Puiforcat with its silverware, Erté with its "ante litteram" fashion designs, Tiffany with its table lamps, Louis Cartier with its objects inspired by the Far East (hence the connection with Shanghai). Salimbeni was able to interpret and propose new objects inspired by Art Deco, in precious metals, semiprecious stones and fired enamels, when, exhibiting at jewelery exhibitions in the United States, and more precisely in New York, he made contact with Cartier buyers first, and also with Tiffany later, and for them he created objects in this style inspired by the original drawings of Louis Cartier, obtained from the buyer of the time, but with absolutely different and original designs and interpretations. Many of the objects produced by Salimbeni for Cartier in the United States had taken inspiration from famous Cartier objects belonging to famous people. An example of all is Mary Pickford's set consisting of a powder compact, cigarette case, pill case and evening handbag. About cooperation Salimbeni and Cartier. Our first meetings with the Cartier USA Company took place through the Giorgini Company, the first "Buying Office" set up in Florence immediately after the Second World War, which had the purpose of bringing together Florentine, and also Italian, producers with American buyers, who especially appreciated the artistic objects still manufactured by artisans who still took inspiration from the Italian Renaissance, using techniques handed down from generation to generation. Mrs. Gina Pestelli, wife of a Florentine retail jeweller, was in charge of contacts with Cartier USA, above all an employee, while her daughter, also for Giorgini, took care of the fashion that in those years was affirmed in Florence with the events of "Pitti ". With their help, we began to supply frames and boxes in sterling silver gold plated with malachite and other semi-precious stones. At the same time, the official buyer of Cartier, Mr. William Smith, began to appreciate and commission the first objects with fired enamels, a process of which we have always been specialists. In 1975 we began exhibiting at the prestigious New York Jewellery Association Show, which we participated in both the February and July editions, for a good 26 years until 2001. In New York in those years the "Art deco style" was still very much appreciated, still mindful of the beautiful early 20th century architecture of the great buildings such as the "Crysler" or the "Empire State". We then began to produce frames, boxes, evening bags, "objets de vertu" and other objects in "art deco style" which were very popular with Mr. Smith who gave us some photocopies of Louis Francois Cartier drawings to reproduce them. Thus, numerous cigarette cases, powder compacts, evening bags, frames and table boxes were created exclusively for Cartier USA which, at the time, had the prestigious "Silver Department" on the first floor of the Cartier store on Fifth Avenue. An evening bag, with matching cigarette case and powder compact, were redone on the design created for a gift given to Mary Pickford at the time. In a 1986 Cartier...

PRESENTING a FABULOUS Original and Rare, Art Deco Brass and Black Enamel Photo Frame. Probably French and made circa 1925-30. Brass/Ormolu Frame with inset black enamel panels. Th...

Pair of picture frames in beveled mirror. French, circa 1930. Some signs of wear on on the the frame and very small sharps in the left bottom ...

Frame "Roses" made in glass with sepia patina by René Lalique in 1938. Original nickel-plated metal mount. Stamped signature. Perfect condition. Very rare model! Height: 37.5 cm  L...

This exquisite 5x7” picture frame by R&Y Augousti is an embodiment of timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship. The luxurious white shagreen, meticulously hand-applied, wraps arou...

This elegant two tone frame was created in France in the beginning of the 1920's. A rectangular forged iron frame with ornamental surface is in the centre of this design. Three coppe...

Superb 1930's Art Deco modernist free standing picture frame in highly lacquered red wooden stepped frame and glass. The frame has two pieces of glass which slot into the chrome stan...

Art Deco gilded picture frame with original outwardly curved glass around 1920s The picture is only for the photoshooting ( not included ) Good ...

This exquisite picture frame by R&Y Augousti, designed to hold an 8x10” photo, is a testament to sophisticated craftsmanship and timeless luxury. Meticulously handcrafted, the frame ...

A wonderful Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver & Guilloche Enamel photo frame Date Chester 1914 by Makers S. Mordan & Co. Great Maker with the Hallmark S Mordan & Co, Chester. The sil...

Superb 1930's Art Deco modernist free standing picture frame in chrome and glass. The frame has two pieces of glass which slot into the chrome stand. You can display a picture both t...

Precious small desk photo frame in a gold metal and brilliant blue enamel. Italy 1940s

Superbly stylish 1930s Art Deco chrome picture frame. A very desirable odeon/ skyscraper design and a great Size for modern day use. A photograph can be displayed both sides ( the ph...

This exquisite picture frame by R&Y Augousti, designed to hold an 5x7” photo, is a testament to sophisticated craftsmanship and timeless luxury. Meticulously handcrafted, the frame f...

Beautiful antique picture frame. France, around 1930. Picture size: 5 x 8 cm.

France / 1930s / Luxor / standing square photo frame with cut pink mirror passe-partout / mirror glass and wood / Art Deco / mid-century An exquisite French vintage photo frame...

Blue shagreen leather with Lapis Lazuli inserts and gold-plated picture frame by Fabio Ltd Measures: Height 13.5 inches / width 11.5 inches / depth 1 inch Photo size: 8 inches by 10 ...

For your consideration is this very stylish and authentic Art Deco chrome picture frame which free standing on a chrome easel backing. Great size for displaying your photographs. Sta...

For your consideration is this very stylish original Art Deco free standing picture frame. The geometric patterning on the glass is reverse painted in black and silver. Very iconic ...

A wonderful Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver & Turquoise Enamel photo Frame Circa 1920, Origin USA. This frame is in very good condition the enamel is perfect and translucent, showc...

This rare pair of Italian miniature micro mosaic photo frames is made from brass. They have original hinged easel stands and removable back panels with oval glasses. These beautiful...

Encased in a geometric Art Deco frame, this small printed portrait depicts a young woman of French royalty, most likely Empress Josephine Bonaparte. Josephine Bonaparte was the Empre...

18th century Italian mirror frame (late 1700s) this beautifully hand-carved and gilded frame. Sight opening is 13 3/4" x 10 5/8" This period in craftsmanship is the inspiration for t...

A very fine Mid-20th Century original gouache painted costume design for a theatrical musical production. Mounted in modern silver coloured frame and signed Erté. Additional information Framed Height: 53 cm Framed Width: 39 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition circa: 1950 Materials: Gouache About Erté’s words ” In fashion- creating forms for living people-in the design of furniture, in the design of theatrical settings and costumes, in the design of jewellery, one is functioning in three dimensions, and all this work in the round can be considered sculptural. In this sense, my theatrical settings are large environmental sculptures...

Excellent condition. No chips and the brass is perfect. Good condition, bracket repaired.

Superb 1930s Art Deco modernist free standing picture frame in chrome and glass. The frame has two pieces of glass which slot into the chrome stand. You can display a picture both to...

Super stylish 1930's Art Deco Modernist picture frame in chrome and glass. The frame has two pieces of glass which slot into the chrome stand allows an image to be displayed both sid...

Super stylish 1930's Art Deco Modernist picture frame in chrome and glass. The frame has two pieces of glass which slot into the chrome stand allows an image to be displayed both sid...

This exquisite vintage picture frame captures the elegant, minimalist style characteristic of mid-20th century Italian design. With a partially satinated blue glass border, this fram...

STAYBRITE - Art Deco steel picture/photo frame - wall mount - can be hung in either direction - accommodates a single 11" x 14" photo (or smaller with matte) - glass liner - United K...

Art Deco Leather Foto / Picture / Photograph frame, c. 1925. 20th century vintage leather (Galuchat) leather photo frame. Very well made rectangular leather frame with gilt bronze bo...

A truly different, impressive and beautiful photo frame is always difficult to find. These remain one of the most favoured luxury gifts. What a wonderful way to honour our precious m...

Hermes Paris silver metal photo frame Beautiful Hermes Paris photo frame, with a cute dachshund design, striking but at the same time minimalist, giving your spaces a little more per...

19th century Italian hand-carved giltwood frame with cross-hatch and floral design. Measures: Opening size 14 1/4" x 11".

What a wonderful way to honour our precious memories by displaying them in a beautiful rare bespoke frame. This limited edition of photo frames from the Boucher & Co Collection have ...

What a wonderful way to honour our precious memories by displaying them in a beautiful rare bespoke frame. This limited edition of photo frames from the Boucher & Co Collection have ...

A truly different, impressive and beautiful photo frame is always difficult to find. These remain one of the most favoured luxury gifts. What a wonderful way to honour our precious m...

A fine French Art Nouveau hand carved and stained wood frame with flowers, grapes and bird, framing an original poster "Offert par l'Union C-le Indo-Chinoise."      

A wonderful Art Deco sterling silver & enamel Photograph frame by Asprey & Co, Birmingham 1929, Origin England. A Rare large pure Art Deco frame with a reminder of the Jazz age, bot...

Elegant French Art Deco period streamlined reticulated bronze large photograph frame Early 20th Century Superb details, unusual reticulated architectural elements and elegant design ...

A light blue Murano glass picture frame designed and manufactured in Venice in the style of Barovier in lovely condition. The vintage p...

A gorgeous Art Nouveau period gilt bronze large picture frame By Tiffany & Co. (signed to the back) USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 9"W x 11"D x 0.75"H. Very good original vint...

This wonderful 20th Century Art Deco Shagreen photograph frame is in excellent condition with a convex bullnose edge detail, rather than a fl...

Made in France circa 1940, this stunning modernist Art Deco picture frame is built with brass and Bakelite. The piece boasts a stepped shiny brown Bakelite base topped with a thick g...

This impressive French Art Deco double-view picture photo frame features a thick hand-rubbed wood plinth complimented by two extra-large side holders in the same wood with off-white ...

Gio Ponti Richard Ginori San Cristoforo ceramic tile 1930, with polychrome decorations depicting flowers pot with insects, Italy.

French Art Deco photo frame, France, 1920s. Featuring an elegant elephant motif, this frame is crafted from luxurious Macassar wood, Bakelite, and glass. The frame includes the origi...

Art Deco, sterling silver, round, wood-backed picture frame, engine-turned in design, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked for 1916, Charles S. Green and Co. - makers. Measures 4 inc...

This Art Deco Picture Frame originates from the United States Circa 1935. It is rendered in gorgeous cobalt blue glass characteristic of the era; beveled detailing on the outside ed...

So lovely to find a pair of large sterling silver picture frames with smart linear engine turned decoration each with a small circular vacant cartouche to the top. The backs are m...

Art Deco Picture Frame brown Wood and Chrome Structure Mirror, France Circa 1935. The picture is not furnished.

Wisdom is an Art Deco photo frame mosaic in mother-of-pearl and golden silver. The gorgeous photo frame for table is handcrafted in Italy and it is a ...

This exquisite French Art Deco frame from the 1930s boasts intricate hand carvings on wood and stunning silvered floral inlays. Its versatile oval shape can be positioned horizontall...

3 picture frames Vienna around 1920s Polished and stove enamelled Picture size ( 2 Bigger one´s ) H: 22cm W: 13,5cm Picture size ( Smaler one ) ( the middle one ) H: 21cm W: 11,5cm.

This Picture frame, is in leather, in a gradient of brown colors. It is done in the style of Jacques Adnet. Some Wear but almost on the sides. It has been made in France circa 1940,...

For your consideration, an Art Deco Tiger Pattern Tessellated Egg Shell Stone Picture Frame. Attributed to Jean Dunand. France Circa 1940s. Tessellated egg shell on wood frame cov...

Art Deco Period, sterling silver, hump-top picture frame, having a wood back, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked for 1921, Charles Edwin Turner - maker. Measures 9 inches high (at ...

This luxurious picture frame by R&Y Augousti is crafted in their signature quilted white shagreen, exuding both timeless elegance and modern refinement. The tactile texture of the sh...

This 8x10” picture frame by R&Y Augousti epitomizes timeless elegance with its luxurious use of white shagreen, lending a tactile sophistication to any space. The frame's bold, geome...

Beautiful picture frame, France circa 1930. Picture size: 3 cm x 4 cm. A stamp on the back "Marck - peintre photographe emailleur".