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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
Red Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red shagreen leather and nickel plated photo frame with presentation red leather box by Fabio Ltd
Height: 13 inches / Width: 11.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch
Photo Size: 8 inches by 10 i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel
$750 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Amethyst Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst gemstone and gold-plated picture frame by Fabio Ltd
Height: 10.5 inches / Width: 8.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch
Photo size: 5 inches by 7 inches
Order Reference: FABIOLTD PF40
T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Amethyst, Gold
$1,500 Sale Price
40% Off
Glass Photo Frame, Signed, Artist's Work, Contemporary, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Glass photo frame, signed, artist's work, contemporary, 20th century.
Contemporary glass photo frame, artist's work, signed, 20th century, modern art.
H:15,5cm, W: 11cm, D: 4,5cm
Category
20th Century French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Glass
American Print Mallards in Flight and Swimming " Lucky Pond " R. Bishop C. 1959
Located in Charleston, SC
American print mallards in flight and swimming in marsh grass matted under glass in a painted and gilt frame. "Lucky Pond" Richard E. Bishop, mid 20...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Glass, Giltwood, Paint, Paper
Tiffany Large Modern Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Large Modern sterling silver picture frame. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1908. Rectangular window in plain and flat surround. With glass, silk lining, felt back, and hinged ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Sterling Silver
Knotted Photo Frame 5R Desk Office Home Accessories By André Fu Living
By André Fu
Located in Admiralty, HK
Description: Photo frame in premium leather and wood 5R
Color: Grey
Size: 20.5 x 6.5 x 18.5 H cm
Material: Premium leather and wood
Collection: Knotted.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Wood, Faux Leather
Love Knot Photo Frame in Silver Metal, Large Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Love Knot photo frame in silver metal, large size model.
Show off your most beautiful moments in the Love Knot photo frame, designed with intricate silver metal detailing. The photo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Bronze and Glass Picture Frame By Esa Fedrigolli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This photo frame by Esa Fedrigolli is a sculptural piece made of bronze or brass with a patinated finish. Its geometric, angled base gives it a bold, modern character, while the mini...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Gilded Metal Heart Photo Frame, Large Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilded metal heart photo frame, large model.
Show off your favourite photos in this heart-shaped photo frame. The heart collection is based on the simple yet universal symbol of lov...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
$780 / item
American Modern Sterling Silver Double Diptych Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Modern sterling silver hinged double picture frame. Each: Rectangular window in plain and flat surround. With glass, silk lining, and velvet back. Fully marked including stamp for We...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Sterling Silver
American Dry Point Engraved Etching Italian House on Hill Side, A. Hutty C 1920
By Alfred Hutty
Located in Charleston, SC
American dry point engraved landscape etching Italian House on Hill Side, Alfred H. Hutty, Early 20th century
Category
1920s American Vintage Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Paper
Bathing Girl Print by Frank Frazetta (Vintage)
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Vintage "Bathing Girl" Print Work by the Legendary Illustrator Frank Frazetta, a Captivating Work of Art That Captures the Beauty and Sensuality of the Female Form. The Use of Co...
Category
2010s American Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Paper
Limited Edition Blue Vellum Photo Frame (8 x 10 inch photo)
By Boucher & Co
Located in Queensland, AU
Vellum Photo Frame – Limited Edition
This very limited edition of delightful entirely hand-made photo frames are individually created from the very finest English goatskin vellum, fi...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Brass
Medium Photo Frame with Orchid Design, made From Nickel-Plated Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary medium photo frame with white orchid design, made from high-quality nickel-plated metal.
This elegant medium photo frame will immortalise your most beautiful memories. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel
Heart Photo Frame in Gilded Metal, Medium Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Heart photo frame in gilded metal, medium model.
Show off your favourite photos in this heart-shaped photo frame. The heart collection is based on the simple yet universal symbol of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Small Photo Frame with Bird Motif in Silver and Gold Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small photo frame with bird motif in silver and gold metal.
Let your photos take centre stage in this contemporary photo frame featuring a pair of adorable lovebirds. Gold and silve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
20th Century Photo Frame in Patinated and Gilded Metal, Butterfly Design.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
20th century photo frame in patinated and gilded metal, butterfly design.
20th century photo frame in patinated and gilded metal, decorated with butterflies, contemporary work.
H: 3...
Category
20th Century French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Gilded Metal Photo Frame with Ginkgo Leaf Motif.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilded metal photo frame with ginkgo leaf motif.
Show off your favourite photos in style with this elegant photo frame. Made from gold-tone metal featuring butterfly-shaped ginkgo b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Dog Bone photo Frame made from Silver Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Dog bone photo frame made from silver metal.
Display your favourite pet memories in this charming dog bone photo frame. Made from silver metal, the frame features an intricate patte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
$331 / item
Double Photo Frame with Heart Design, Silver Metal, Large Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Double photo frame with heart design, silver metal, large model.
Show off your photos with this double hinged heart-shaped photo frame in silver metal. The Heart collection is based...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Antique George V Sterling Silver Photograph Frame (1911)
By E.F. Braham Ltd
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver photograph frame; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection.
This exceptional antique George V sterling silver photograph frame has a rounded rectangular form with an incurved, domed upper portion and a plain rectangular internal window.
The surface of this George V silver photo frame is plain and embellished with a paralleling embossed decorated border to the rim.
This antique silver photograph frame...
Category
1910s English Vintage Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Nickel-Plated Metal Large Photo Frame with Overlapping Black Orchid Design.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautifully crafted nickel-plated metal large photo frame with overlapping black orchid design.
Contemporary large photo frame handcrafted in nickel-plated sheet metal with a delica...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel, Metal
Brown and Black Chevron Striped Horn-Style Photo Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This brown and black chevron striped photo frame exudes warmth and sophistication with its handcrafted, horn-inspired design. The diagonal pattern alternates between glossy brown and...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Acrylic
Natural Horn Chevron Inlay Square Photo Frame Small
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This square photo frame showcases a luxurious natural horn chevron inlay design, blending organic texture with refined craftsmanship. The alternating diagonal pattern of light and da...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Horn
Natural Horn Mosaic Inlay Square Photo Frame Medium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant square photo frame features a meticulously crafted mosaic inlay of natural horn, highlighting a stunning mix of creamy ivory, amber, and deep brown tones. Each piece of horn ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Horn
Natural Horn Chevron Inlay Square Photo Frame – Black and Ivory Tones Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This square natural horn photo frame features a bold chevron inlay pattern crafted from hand-polished horn pieces in rich shades of black, cream, and honey. The diagonal design creat...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Horn
Silver Metal Photo Frame with Decorations in Gold Metal and White Enamel.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal photo frame with Calla lily decorations in gold metal and white enamel, medium size model.
Display your precious photos in this exquisite photo frame, crafted from a lu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Hammered Metal and Gold Photo Frames.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary hammered metal and gold photo frames.
Display your favourite memories in style with this contemporary hammered metal and gold photo frame. Perfect for both modern and t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Hammered Nickel Silver Photo Frame, Medium Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary hammered nickel silver photo frame, medium size model.
Display your photos in a frame that's as captivating as the memories it contains. This frame is made from high-qu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel, Metal
Love Knot Photo Frame in Gold-Tone Metal, Medium Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Love Knot photo frame in gold-tone metal, medium size model.
Show off your most beautiful moments in the Love Knot photo frame, designed with intricate gold metal detailing. The pho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Medium-Sized Photo Frame with Savannah Animal Decorations
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Medium-sized photo frame with savannah animal decorations in silver metal and enamel.
Share adventurous moments with your loved ones in this captivating animal photo frame. Made fr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Silver
Dandelion Photo Frame in Gilded Metal, Medium Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Dandelion photo frame in gilded metal, medium size model.
Add a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your space with the ‘Dandelion’ photo frame. Made from gilded metal, it evokes o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Elephant Photo Frame in Silver Metal and Enamel, Small Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elephant photo frame with white border, in silver metal and enamel, small size model.
Cherish happy times spent with your little ones in this adorable family photo frame in the shap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Silver Metal Heart Photo Frame, Large Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal heart photo frame, large model.
Show off your favourite photos in this heart-shaped photo frame. The heart collection is based on the simple yet universal symbol of lov...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
$780 / item
Gilded Metal Photo Frame with Orchid Motif.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilded metal photo frame with orchid motif.
This decorative photo frame in gilded metal with a floral border of delicate orchids will enhance the beauty of any photo. It can be hung...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
$804 / item
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – REGULAR - 52x72
Located in Orlando, FL
These 52x72 cm natural wooden picture frames from the REGULAR series are entirely handcrafted, bringing the natural beauty and durability of oak wood into your living spaces. Offerin...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Wood, Oak
Small, Contemporary Photo Frames in Hammered and Gilded Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small, contemporary photo frames in hammered and gilded metal.
Display your favourite memories in style with this contemporary hammered metal and gold photo frame. Perfect for both ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Frame with Ginkgo and Butterfly Motifs in Oxidised and Gilded Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary frame with ginkgo and butterfly motifs in high-quality oxidised and gilded metal.
Add a touch of botanical beauty to your home decor with this exquisitely designed phot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Medium-Sized Savannah Animal Photo Frame with Light Blue Border
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Savannah animal photo frame with light blue border, silver metal and enamel, medium size model.
Share adventurous moments with friends and family with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Vintage Style Photo Frame, Decorated with Orchids and Gold Leaves.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Vintage style photo frame, antique nickel colour with oxidised white enamel finish, decorated with orchids and black nickel, antique gold leaves.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel
Gilded Metal Palm Leaf Photo Frame, Large Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilded metal palm leaf photo frame, large model.
Show off your favourite photos in this palm-style photo frame, featuring a distinctive woven palm leaf motif. Made from high-quality...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Double Photo Frame with Heart Design, in Gilded Metal, Large Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Double photo frame with heart design, in gilded metal, large size model.
Show off your photos with this hinged heart-shaped double photo frame in gilded metal. The ‘Heart’ collectio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Love Knot Photo Frame in Silver Metal, Medium Size Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Love Knot photo frame in silver metal, medium size model.
Show off your most beautiful moments in the Love Knot photo frame, designed with intricate silver metal detailing. The phot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Silver Metal Photo Frame with Design in Gold Metal and White Enamel, Large Model
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal photo frame with Calla lily design in gold metal and white enamel, Large model.
Display your precious photos in this exquisite photo frame, crafted from a luxurious mi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Medium-Sized Palm Leaf Photo Frame in Gold-Plated Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Medium-sized palm leaf photo frame in gold-plated metal.
Show off your favourite photos in this palm-style photo frame, which features a distinctive woven palm leaf motif. Made from...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Silver Metal Heart Photo Frame, Medium Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal heart photo frame, medium model.
Show off your favourite photos in this heart-shaped photo frame. The heart collection is based on the simple yet universal symbol of lo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Silver Metal Palm Leaf Photo Frame, Large Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal palm leaf photo frame, large model.
Show off your favourite photos in this palm tree model photo frame, which features a distinctive woven palm leaf motif. Made from hi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Silver Metal Palm Leaf Photo Frame, Medium Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal palm leaf photo frame, medium model.
Show off your favourite photos in this palm-style photo frame, featuring a distinctive woven palm leaf motif. Made from high-qualit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Palm Leaf Photo Frame in Gilded Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Palm leaf photo frame in gilded metal.
Show off your favourite photos in this palm-style photo frame, which features a distinctive woven palm leaf motif. Made from high-quality gold...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
$520 / item
Silver Metal Palm Leaf Photo Frame, Small Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver metal palm leaf photo frame, small model.
Show off your favourite photos in this palm-style photo frame, featuring a distinctive woven palm leaf motif. Made from high-quality...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Olive Branch Photo Frame in Gold-Tone Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary olive branch photo frame in gold-tone metal.
This beautiful, gold-toned photo frame, with its delicately detailed design of olive branches and leaves, offers a unique b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Hammered Metal and Gold Medium Photo Frame.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary hammered metal and gold medium photo frame.
Display your favourite memories in style with this contemporary hammered metal and gold photo frame. Perfect for both modern...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Metal
Reflective Photo Frame in High-Quality Nickel-Plated Sheet Metal, Medium Model.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Reflective photo frame in high-quality nickel-plated sheet metal, Medium Model.
Showcase your photos in this uniquely designed photo frame that captures the serenity of gentle water...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel, Metal
Large Photo Frame with White Orchid Design, made from Nickel-Plated Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary large photo frame with white orchid design, made from high-quality nickel-plated metal.
This elegant large photo frame will immortalise your most beautiful memories. Wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel
Nickel-Plated Metal Medium Photo Frame with Overlapping Black Orchid Design.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautifully crafted nickel-plated metal medium photo frame with overlapping black orchid design.
Contemporary handcrafted medium size photo frame in nickel plated sheet metal with a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Nickel, Metal
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – REGULAR - 23X32
Located in Orlando, FL
The fully natural solid oak premium wood frame gives each piece a unique identity with the wood’s distinctive texture and grain. Fine cracks, wormholes, and natural deformations caus...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Wood, Oak
Multi-Color Crocodile Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi-color crocodile leather and gold-plated picture frame by Fabio Ltd
Height: 10.5 inches / Width: 8.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch
Photo size: 5 inches by 7 inches
LAST 1 in stock in L...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Gold
$900 Sale Price
40% Off
Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi-color shagreen leather and 24 karat gold-plated photo frame by Fabio Ltd
Height: 10.5 inches / Width: 8.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch
Photo size: 5 inches by 7 inches
LAST 1 in stoc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Gold
$750 Sale Price
40% Off
Red Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red shagreen leather and 24 karat gold-plated photo frame with presentation red leather box by Fabio Ltd
Height: 13 inches / Width: 11.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch
Photo Size: 8 inches ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Gold Plate
$750 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Red Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red shagreen leather and 24-karat gold-plated frame with presentation red leather box by Fabio Ltd
Height: 13 inches / Width: 11.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch
Photo size: 8 inches by 10 i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames
Materials
Gold Plate
$750 Sale Price
40% Off
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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