Antique French Gilt Silver Photograph Frame on Agate Base, 1890s

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Description

Antique 19th century french gilt solid silver photograph frame set on a polished agate base. The frame is of oval … Read more Antique 19th century french gilt solid silver photograph frame set on a polished agate base. The frame is of oval form with finely pierced decoration running around the edge, giving it a light, decorative quality. Two small lapis lazuli cabochons are set to the top and base, adding a subtle contrast of colour. The interior retains its original liner and oval glass. It is raised on a carefully cut and polished light-coloured agate plinth. A refined desk piece, it is signed to the reverse “maquet, paris, nice”.

condition

in great condition - please refer to photographs.

size

height: 6 cm // 2.36 inches
width: 5 cm // 1.97 inches
depth: 7 cm // 2.76 inches this piece has an attribution mark,
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