Antique Chinese White Metal Repousse Photo Frames With Dragons C1900
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:46487 | Region of Origin: Chinese |
| Primary Material: Silver | Product: Frame |
| Original/Repro: Vintage Original | Age: 1900-1940 |
0498 Chinese Silver Photo Frames
Description
A very attractive pair of Chinese white metal photograph frames with Dragons. They are of repousse form with the dragons curled around the frames, and each also have Chinese character. There are no makers marks which I can find and the pair are unglazed. Date wise they are late 19th or early 20th century, the backing cards and stands are modern replacements (the original card examples having no doubt peris...hed). A fine looking pair as can be seen in the images. Will hold a photo approx 9.5 by 12.7 cm.
Condition
The metal work is good for period with typical minor wear and polishing. On both examples the pins holding the backing card jams have penetrated through the front leaving small holes and sharp points (near the bottom of the frames). The backs have aged as you would expect for card with a couple of the pin heads missing, wear and rubbing. The backing cards which hold the image in place and have the folding stands are modern replacements but work ok. The backing jams (the small metal tangs) are somewhat loose and move around easily.
Approx Dimensions
Height: 19 cm ( 7 1/2 inch )
Width: 14.7 cm ( 5 3/4 inch )
Weight: 758 grams (before packing)
Stock Code: 0498 AP17-1
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Description
A very attractive pair of Chinese white metal photograph frames with Dragons. They are of repousse form with the dragons curled around the frames, and each also have Chinese character. There are no makers marks which I can find and the pair are unglazed. Date wise they are late 19th or early 20th century, the backing cards and stands are modern replacements (the original card examples having no doubt peris...hed). A fine looking pair as can be seen in the images. Will hold a photo approx 9.5 by 12.7 cm.
Condition
The metal work is good for period with typical minor wear and polishing. On both examples the pins holding the backing card jams have penetrated through the front leaving small holes and sharp points (near the bottom of the frames). The backs have aged as you would expect for card with a couple of the pin heads missing, wear and rubbing. The backing cards which hold the image in place and have the folding stands are modern replacements but work ok. The backing jams (the small metal tangs) are somewhat loose and move around easily.
Approx Dimensions
Height: 19 cm ( 7 1/2 inch )
Width: 14.7 cm ( 5 3/4 inch )
Weight: 758 grams (before packing)
Stock Code: 0498 AP17-1
Shipping Information
All items are shipped fully insured at no extra cost. Items are listed with appropriate shipping services for most destinations, if your destination is not shown please ask as we may still be able to help. Enhanced shipping services may be available at extra cost if required, please enquire before payment is made. Overseas buyers are responsible for any import duties and taxes which may be levied by their country or government.
Further Information
We make every effort to examine, photograph and list items as accurately as possible, and we hope you will be delighted with your purchase. If for any reason you are unhappy with your item please let us know as soon as possible, and we will do our best to put things right. If you wish to return an item please ask us for details on how to proceed to ensure a quick and simple returns process.
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