{"product_id":"antique-round-deep-well-gilt-portrait-frame-with-hand-cut-glass-c-1890-1910","title":"Antique Round Deep-Well Gilt Portrait Frame with Hand-Cut Glass, c. 1890–1910","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA quietly compelling antique round portrait frame dating to the turn of the century, circa 1890–1910. This piece retains several hallmarks prized by collectors, including substantial hand-cut flat glass, a solid wood backing secured with round wire nails, and a deep-well gilt surround with beautifully mellowed age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original decorative print has been replaced with a more period-appropriate portrait that complements the frame’s late Victorian to Edwardian character. While the portrait is included, the true value lies in the frame itself and the authentic materials that anchor it firmly in the late 19th to early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe thick hand-cut glass is especially appealing. Cut individually to fit the oval opening, it is not perfectly symmetrical, as expected with early glasswork. These slight irregularities are part of the charm and evidence of traditional craftsmanship. The glass fits securely and does not move within the frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe solid wood back and round wire nails further support a production date around the turn of the century, when older hand-finished techniques were still being used alongside emerging industrial methods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall diameter: approximately 8 1\/2 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior oval opening: approximately 5 1\/2 inches x 4 1\/4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: approximately 1 1\/2 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyling Suggestions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful addition to a layered gallery wall, this frame also works wonderfully propped on a mantel, tucked among leather-bound books, or displayed on a bedside table. The deep profile and thick antique glass create a rich sense of depth, while the warm gilt finish reflects candlelight beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition with age-appropriate wear to the gilt finish and backing. The hand-cut glass is intentionally irregular rather than perfectly round, a characteristic of early craftsmanship, and remains secure in the frame. The portrait has been replaced with a decorative image chosen to suit the frame’s period character. Ready to hang.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollected slowly. Chosen with care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shop of Old","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44613220106375,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/9345\/6775\/files\/FC1DF500-A5DE-4E52-85C3-A18CAB3E7B4E.png?v=1779037176","url":"https:\/\/shopofold.com\/products\/antique-round-deep-well-gilt-portrait-frame-with-hand-cut-glass-c-1890-1910","provider":"Shop of Old","version":"1.0","type":"link"}