A small Italian micromosaic picture frame with colorful floral decoration set against a white ground. The shaped frame is finished with a red-and-white geometric border and a braided brass detail surrounding the oval opening. A folding brass easel allows it to stand for display.
Measurements
Approx. 4½" H × 3⅝" W
Weight: approx. 4 oz.
Why I Love It
Dense floral decoration with blue, white, red, green and yellow glass
The raised flowers give the surface a lot of dimension
Red-and-white geometric border breaks up the floral design
Braided brass trim around the photograph opening
Small enough to tuck into a shelf arrangement or gallery display
Easel back for tabletop display
Condition
Losses to the micromosaic decoration throughout
Most noticeable tesserae loss is along the lower-left portion of the frame
Several floral areas appear to have missing or broken elements
Individual tesserae show chips, irregularities and age-related wear
Brass shows tarnish, darkening and surface wear
Easel remains present
Photograph/glass is not currently present
Please review close-up photos for the extent of the losses
