Viennese Secession Jugendstil Frames in Hammered Copper, Set of 2

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An elegant pair of tabletop photo frames in the Jugendstil and Viennese Secession styles, crafted from hammered metal with a … Read more An elegant pair of tabletop photo frames in the Jugendstil and Viennese Secession styles, crafted from hammered metal with a dark patina, adorned with copper-toned metal floral appliqués and glass.

Each frame features a distinctive architectural silhouette, with gently curved upper contours, a pronounced hammered texture, and a circular ornamental element at the top. Three-dimensional relief rose branches, with meticulously modeled flowers, buds, stems, and leaves, extend asymmetrically across the frames, creating a striking contrast between the organic decoration and the geometric composition.

The combination of the darkened metal with the copper-toned floral elements lends remarkable visual depth to the overall design. The hammered surface treatment accentuates its handcrafted character, while the understated profiles provide architectural balance to the composition.

The design reflects the aesthetic principles of Jugendstil and the Viennese Secession, movements that flourished in Central Europe during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. During this period, artists and designers sought to transcend traditional historicist styles through a new conception of the decorative arts, based on the stylization of nature, geometric clarity, and an appreciation for craftsmanship.

Floral motifs, particularly roses and intertwined branches, occupied a prominent place in Art Nouveau metalwork. Their organic and asymmetrical compositions began to coexist with increasingly refined structures, reflecting the transition to the restrained and geometric decorative language of early modernism.

Both frames retain their original hinged backs, allowing them to be used independently on desks, consoles, mantels, or shelves.

An attractive pair of early 20th-century Art Nouveau photographic frames, combining the sculptural character of the vegetal ornamentation with the distinctive aesthetic of hammered metal associated with Central European decorative arts.

Dimensions:

Height: 24 cm
Width: 18 cm
Each frame.

Materials: Hammered patinated metal, copper-toned metal fittings, and glass

Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Viennese Secession

Condition: Good overall condition, with patina and surface oxidation consistent with its age. Minor signs of use on the glass. Both pieces retain their original folding back supports. See less