Vintage Mid-Century Abstract Gold & Black Impasto on Wood in Ornate Gilt Tall Oval Frame

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Original mid-century abstract painting on natural wood panel, rendered with textured impasto in metallic gold and deep charcoal black pigments. … Read more Original mid-century abstract painting on natural wood panel, rendered with textured impasto in metallic gold and deep charcoal black pigments. The artwork is biomorphic and interpretive, allowing the viewer to find their own forms within the layered, expressive brushwork.

The painting is housed in an ornate oval cast metal frame with a deep bronzed-gilt patina. The frame features dramatic rococo-style flourishes, including acanthus-style scrollwork and floral clusters at the crest, base, and sides. The contrast between the gritty modernist abstract painting and the formal traditional frame gives the piece a striking, collected look.

Sourced from a 1940 estate, the exact artist and date is unknown: part found object, part mid-century abstraction, part Neo-Victorian decorative statement. The juxtaposition of avant-garde abstract texture with a traditional ornate frame makes it especially well suited for a layered, maximalist interior.

A sophisticated statement piece for a gallery wall, entryway, study, powder room, library, or narrow wall. Well suited to Dark Academia, Neo-Victorian, Hollywood Regency, Bohemian, and eclectic interiors.


DIMENSIONS
Width: 11.5 in
Height: 24 in
Depth: Approx. 1.5 in


STYLE
Mid-Century Modern
Modernist
Abstract
Hollywood Regency
Neo-Victorian
Dark Academia
Bohemian
Eclectic
Traditional


MATERIALS
Paint
Wood
Wood Panel
Metal
Gilt Metal
Wire / Hanging Hardware

CONDITION
Very Good Vintage Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

The painted wood panel is stable. The gold and black impasto is thick, textured, and well-adhered. There is light age-appropriate surface dust and minor scuffing to the exposed wood grain, which enhances the piece’s found-object character.

The ornate oval frame is structurally sound with no visible missing scrollwork or major breaks. It retains a naturally aged bronzed-gilt patina with minor oxidation, rubbing, and darkening in the crevices, consistent with age and display.

The wood panel is securely held by original metal tabs. The reverse shows authentic wear, surface marks, and darkening of the wood consistent with long-term display.

Overall, a dramatic vintage abstract wall piece with strong texture, patina, and decorative presence. Presents beautifully as found. See less