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An exceptional tramp art frame dating to circa 1880–1900, built up in roughly six stacked layers of chip-carved wood. The …
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An exceptional tramp art frame dating to circa 1880–1900, built up in roughly six stacked layers of chip-carved wood. The crest rises in three peaks, suggesting a Gothic Revival cathedral facade.
It is framed by two triangular gables, each centered with an all-seeing eye (Eye of Providence) set within carved rays and surrounded by stepped, notched pyramids. This symbol often appears in fraternal and Masonic-influenced folk art of the period.
The stiles are decorated with layered notched panels and carved star medallions. The base extends into crossed “Oxford” corners, which give the piece a strong, almost sculptural silhouette. Every surface is worked in tramp art’s signature chip-carved notching. The dark stained ground contrasts with a warm gilt-bronze finish on the saw-toothed borders, which catches the light beautifully.
Provenance: Acquired from the collection of Michael Cornish, co-author of Tramp Art: One Notch at a Time, one of the definitive books on the form. He dates the frame to 1880–1900.
The opening suits a mirror, photograph, or small piece artwork. The frame can also be displayed empty as a standalone piece of folk sculpture.
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- Dimensions
- 14ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 21ʺH
- Styles
- Folk Art
- Gothic Revival
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
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