1860's Antique Frame from the Hudson River School
Experience the timeless elegance of the Hudson River School with this exquisite American giltwood frame from the 1860s. The fluted cove interior gracefully guides the eye, enhancing the depth and allure of any artwork it embraces. Its warm gilded finish and meticulous craftsmanship reflect the artistic sensibilities of 19th-century America, making it a perfect complement to period paintings or photographs.
Dimensions:
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Rabbet Size: 10 1/8" x 8 1/8"
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Sight Size: 9 5/8" x 7.5"
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Overall Framed Size: 15.5" x 13.5"
This frame boasts a distinguished provenance, originating from the esteemed Historic Period Frame Collection of the Gallery of Eli Wilner. Eli Wilner & Company is renowned for crafting frames that adorn masterpieces in prestigious institutions such as the White House and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Notably, they recreated the magnificent frame for Emanuel Leutze's "Washington Crossing the Delaware," now a focal point in The Met's American Wing.
Owning this frame not only provides a functional and aesthetic enhancement to your artwork but also connects you to a piece of American art history, reflecting the legacy of master framers who have shaped the presentation of fine art for generations.
