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Modern Picture Frames

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Gucci Silvered and Gilded Square Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Incorporate a hint of classical elegance into your private interior with this exquisite Gucci-designed picture frame, a true masterpiece from the brand's prestigious Interior Collect...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Gold Plate, Chrome

Jay Strongwater Tiger Lily & Bees Enamel Swarovski Crystal Picture Photo Frame
Located in Dayton, OH
Jay Strongwater enameled brass picture frame and miniature floral print. Rectangular frame trimmed with swirling vines and enameled tiger lily blossom and bee studded with blue and g...
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Late 20th Century Modern Picture Frames

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Metal

Christian Dior Interior Collection Sterling Silver Picture Frame, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional Christian Dior Paris sterling silver photo frame designed from the Dior Interior Collection. The stunning piece was meticulously crafted in France circa 1980. This tal...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Sterling Silver

Marcello Furlan Murano Art Glass Picture Frame, Italy circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare and striking work of Murano artistry, this stunning picture frame was designed by Marcello Furlan for L.I.P. and handcrafted in Italy in 1989. Sculpted from richly hued amethy...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Emanuele Pantanella Italy Geometric Wood Picture Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emanuele Pantanella (1939-2014), an Italian designer, created this sumptuous picture frame circa 1980. The rare piece boasts a solid, tropical-wood carved construction with a high-gl...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Glass, Wood

Sterling Silver Gold-Plated Square Photo Frame with Translucent Enamel Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Square photo frame in 9251000 sterling silver gold-plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloché. Modern contemporary style. Cut glass. Blue velvet panel. External dimensions 10...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Christian Dior Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Christian Dior Paris sterling silver picture frame boasts an oval shape featuring the iconic CD logo stylized form. The piece was crafted in France circa 1980. The back...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal, Sterling Silver

Montagnani Italy Modernist Wood and Metal Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Montagnani Firenze designed this stunning picture frame. The rare piece was crafted in Italy circa 1970. The photo frame features a Mid-Century modernist form, with a rectangular sha...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal

Lancel Paris Chrome and Brass Geometric Kinetic Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning modernist picture frame was designed by the renowned French luxury company Lancel Paris. The piece was expertly crafted in France circa 1970. The gilded brass and chrom...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal, Brass, Chrome

VUARNET - Pouilloux .075 - Handmade Polarized Sunglasses - France - Circa 1980's
Located in Chatham, ON
VUARNET - Pouilloux .075 - Vintage polarized handmade sunglasses - classic French-girl style featuring faux tortoiseshell frames - the lens are brown - finest quality workmanship and...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Picture Frames

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Glass, Plastic

Italian Malachite and Brass Picture Frame, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Italian picture frame from the 1970s, crafted with a polished malachite veneer and accented by a gilt brass border. The vivid green malachite showcases natural banded pattern...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Malachite

Italian Snakeskin Picture Frame, circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A '70s Modern Italian red burgundy suede and snakeskin picture frame, circa 1970s, Italy. Frame can sit in two positions: vertical (as shown) o...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Animal Skin, Suede, Glass

Tommaso Barbi White Ceramic and Gilded Brass Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare and striking example of Italian design, this outstanding Tommaso Barbi picture frame—expertly crafted circa 1970—is a sculptural piece of art in its own right. The substantial...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal, Brass

Umberto Mascagni Chrome and Straw Marquetry Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Umberto Mascagni, Italy, designed and crafted this stunning picture frame circa 1970. The rare piece boasts chromed metal and straw marquetry combinations. The metal easel at the bac...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal, Chrome

Christian Dior Paris Molded Crystal Picture Frame, circa 1990
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning modernist picture frame was designed for the Christian Dior Interior Collection. The rare piece was crafted in Japan circa 1990. The thick molded crystal slab has strip...
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1990s French Modern Picture Frames

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Crystal, Aluminum, Metal

Gucci Vintage Picture Frame with Bamboo-Style Detailing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant vintage Gucci photo frame features a refined design blending matte silver-tone metal with gold bamboo-style accents. The corners and cross-sections are wrapped with fine...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal

1990s Modern Black Lacquered Wood Italian Picture Frame by Bussolari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Vintage 1990s Bussolari Italian Picture Frame This is a beautiful and authentic vintage picture frame from the 1990s, designed and crafted by the Italian brand Bussolari. Made in Ita...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Fruitwood, Lacquer

Contemporary Set of Two Handmade Transparent Crystal Photo Frames by GhiróStudio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
Set of two photo frames, one horizontal and one vertical, of excellent workmanship and artistic quality. The rounded edges give harmony and elegance. The high transparency crystal ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Glass

Jay Strongwater Carmela Round Paisley Swarovski Crystal Picture Photo Frame
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century Jay Strongwater Carmela brass and Swarovski crystal miniature round picture frame. Swirling paisley design studded with garnet, copper, and gold crystals Enameled e...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Picture Frame Medium Horizontal Amethyst
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

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Amethyst, Rock Crystal

Gucci Exotic Wood Picture Frame, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian designer Gucci created this stunning fine-grain wood picture frame. The rare piece was crafted in Italy circa 1980. The rich wood's texture and inherent beauty will give your...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal

Christian Dior Home Silver Plate Engraved Logo Picture Frame in Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning silver plate picture photo frame made by Christian Dior Home Collection Paris. The geometric shape has a "Dior" logo engraved on the bottom area. The back and easel are in...
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1990s French Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Gucci Italy Spice Brown Leather and Crocodile Skin Picture Frame, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian designer Gucci designed this luxury leather and brass picture frame. The rare piece was meticulously crafted in Italy circa 1980. The timeless, stunning spice-brown calfskin ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Brass, Metal

Picture Frame Medium Vertical in Amethyst
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

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Amethyst, Rock Crystal

Christian Dior Sterling Silver Multiple Views Picture Frame with Bow Decor
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning sterling silver picture frame was crafted for The Christian Dior Interior Collection circa 1980. With its three oval perspectives, the multiple-view frame can show a fa...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Sterling Silver

Shagreen with Multi-Color Stones Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black shagreen leather with multi-color stone inserts and nickel-plated picture frames by Fabio Ltd Measures: Height 10.5 inches / width 8.5 inches / depth 1 inch Photo size: 5 inche...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Stone, Nickel

Cartier 925 Sterling Silver Table Picture Frame Very Sober and Elegant
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
CARTIER 925 Sterling silver table picture frame very sober and elegant.
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1980s French Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Silver

Picture Frame Large Horizontal in Clear Quartz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

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Rock Crystal

1980s Modern Sterling Silver and Ebonized Wood Picture Frame by Silvan
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Sleek 1980s Modern Sterling Silver and Ebonized Wood Picture Frame by Silvan, Italy This exquisite picture frame is a testament to sophisticated Italian craftsmanship by the esteemed...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Marble Picture Frame, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
A neutral tan marble picture frame with brass and mother of pearl accents, in the Modern style or Postmodern period, circa late-20th century, 1980s. Picture area: 3.19" Width x 5.13"...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Marble, Brass

Gucci Sterling Chainlink Picture Frame, Circa 1980
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Sterling Chainlink Picture Frame, Circa 1980 Gucci, Made in Italy, Sterling, .925 An exquisite Gucci sterling silver chainlink picture frame, made in Italy circa 1980. This d...
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20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Sterling Silver

1990s Modern Red Lacquered Wood Italian Design Picture Frame by Bussolari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
1990s Modern Red Lacquered Wood Italian Design Picture Frame by Bussolari. Add a bold pop of color and sleek Italian design to your décor with this striking picture frame by Bussolar...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Wood, Lacquer

Murano Art Glass Picture Frame with Multicolor Murrine, circa 1990
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb Murano art glass picture frame was hand-crafted in Italy circa 1990. Murano mosaic Murrine plaques adorn the picture view of the frame, which features an L-shaped Plexigl...
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1990s Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass, Lucite, Plexiglass

Tiffany Modern Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Modern sterling silver picture frame. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1910. Rectangular window in flat and plain surround. With glass, silk lining, and stained-wood back, and h...
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Early 20th Century American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, French handmade sterling silver rectangular picture frame from luxury Maison, Cartier, in the Modern design style, circa mid-20th century, France. Frame can sit horizont...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian Modern Photo Frame in Blue Plexiglass, Sharing Blue
Located in Sarezzo, IT
Sharing blue is a square Italian pop design picture frame in blue plexiglass of Art with Heart collection of photo frames by Laura G ,Italy. It is realized into plexiglass royal blue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Plexiglass

Gucci Italy Black Leather and Crocodile Skin Picture Frame, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
Boost your private interior with this exquisite Gucci-designed leather and brass picture frame, a true statement of luxury and refinement. Meticulously crafted in Italy circa 1980, t...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Brass, Metal

Spherical frame for 2 portrait translucent fire enamel on guilloché Salimbeni.
Located in Firenze, FI
Spherical frame for 2 hinged photographs in 925/1000 sterling silver goldplated with translucent fire enamel on guilloché. Modern contemporary style. Sphere diameter cm. 7.5. Weight ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Modernist Spice Brown Calf Leather Picture Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
This luxury modernist leather picture frame was expertly crafted in England circa 1970. The piece features fine-grain calf leather in a warm, spice-brown color. The easel and back ar...
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1970s English Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Leather

Italian Photo Frame Handmade Wood, Double Heart
Located in Sarezzo, IT
Double Heart is a unique arge Italian hand crafted wood double photo frame by sculptor Massimo Pasini. Wood is a very warm material and it is very m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Wood

1990s Modern Red Lacquered Wood Italian Design Double Picture Frame by Bussolari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
1990s Modern Red Lacquered Wood Italian Design Double Picture Frame by Bussolari. Add a bold pop of color and sleek Italian design to your décor with this striking double picture fra...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Wood, Lacquer

Milo Baughman Modernist Burl Wood and Metal Picture Frame, circa 1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
Boost your private interior with this stunning modernist picture frame, a true testament to refined design reminiscent of Milo Baughman’s visionary style. The piece was crafted in th...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal, Chrome, Nickel

Large Mackenzie-Childs Flower Market Picture Frame with White Background
Located in Morristown, NJ
Vintage MacKenzie-Childs 11" x 13" white enamel "flower market" pattern picture frame for a 5" x 7" picture. Heavy-gauge, hand-glazed steel underbody embellished with hand-applied fl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Cartier Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, French handmade sterling silver rectangular picture frame from luxury Maison, Cartier, in the Modern design style, circa mid-20th century, France. Frame can sit horizont...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Picture Frames

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Sterling Silver

An High Quality 1990s Modern Wood Italian Picture Frame by Borbonese
Located in Aci Castello, IT
High Quality 1990s Modern Wood Italian Picture Frame by Borbonese Elevate your cherished memories with this exquisite 1990s modern picture frame by the renowned Italian luxury brand,...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Silver Plate

Christian Dior Paris Silver Plate Picture Frame Pied de Coq Pattern
Located in Atlanta, GA
This gorgeous Christian Dior Paris silver plate picture frame features a stylized geometric "pied de coq" carved texture pattern around its rectangular photo view. The back and easel...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal, Silver Plate

Mid Century Montagnani Italy Wood and Metal Picture Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
Montagnani Firenze, Italy, crafted this stunning picture frame in the 1970s. Its Mid-Century modernist design boasts a rectangular shape, with light burl walnut wood geometric veneer...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Christian Dior Marquetry Picture Frame, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
Christian Dior designed this stunning fine-grain marquetry wood picture frame for its Interior Collection. The rare piece was expertly crafted in France circa 1980. The rich sycamore...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Wood, Glass

Britannia .999 Silver Picture Photograph Frame Paul Vernon Fitchie London 1993
Located in Portland, OR
A good large English Britannia Standard .999 pure silver photo or picture frame, by silversmith Paul Vernon Fitchie, London, 1993. The frame having a crest to the top with a repousse...
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1990s English Modern Picture Frames

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Sterling Silver, Silver

Italian Photo Frame Silver Handmade , Harmony Turquoise
Located in Sarezzo, IT
Harmony turquoise is an Arts & Crafts square silver picture frame designed by Laura G for Art with Heart. It is a wonderful lost wax bronze silver plated model hand chiselled by mast...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Silver

Contemporary Picture Frame Handmade Blue Crystal, Brass and Gold by Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
Crystal photo frame of excellent craftsmanship and artistic quality. The crystal has been hand sculpted and has an intense and brilliant blue fi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Gold, Brass

Edouard Rambaud Paris Ornate Gilt Metal Picture Frame, circa 1990
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning gilt metal picture frame, designed by French designer Edouard Rambaud, is the perfect accessory to showcase your treasured memories. This sophisticated photo frame, cre...
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1990s French Modern Picture Frames

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Metal

Green Murano Glass and Brass Picture Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A refined Italian picture frame from the mid-20th century, beautifully crafted in handblown Murano glass. The frame features a bold green hue with a twisted, textured surface that re...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Murano Glass

Contemporary Photo Frame in 24kt Gold plated Brass and Handmade Blue Crystal
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
24 kt gold plated brass photo frame. The frame is embellished with entirely handmade blue glass. Each crystal is set into the metal seat individually with extreme care and attention....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Gold, Brass

Picture Frame Medium Vertical in Black Quartz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

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Quartz, Rock Crystal

Black Lucite and Brass Decor Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning modernist picture frame was designed in Italy. The rare piece was expertly crafted circa 1970. The photo frame boasts a refined minimalist form featuring a thick black ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Metal, Brass

Species of Butterflies with frame - 1980
Located in Roma, IT
Three species of stuffed butterflies : Appias Drusilla, Graphium doson, Troides Helena. Dedication on the back with the date 8 November 1980. 39 x...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Animal Skin

Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble, Travertine and Stone Picture Frame circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
Maitland-Smith designed this stunning marquetry picture frame. The piece was expertly crafted circa 1980 and rendered in tessellated marble, stone, and travertine. The piece boasts l...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Stone, Travertine, Marble

Amuneal’s Modern Easels (Small)
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal’s modern easels offer a sculptural display system for your favorite artwork and photos. Our blackened steel and aluminum supports clamp your images between two sheets of 3/8”...
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2010s American Modern Picture Frames

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Aluminum, Steel

Christian Dior Stitched Leather Double View Travel Folding Picture Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
This sophisticated leather picture frame was designed for the Christian Dior Home Collection in the 1990s. The lovely bright green leather with a pattern has a hand-stitched finish. ...
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1990s French Modern Picture Frames

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Metal

Modern picture frames for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern picture frames for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, 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, wall decorations, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern picture frames made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original picture frames, popular names associated with this style include Fabio Ltd, Berd Vay'e, Christian Dior, and Dior Home. 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 $60 and tops out at $82,819 while the average work can sell for $979.

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