Victorian Bacchus Picture Frame
- Regular price
- $175.00
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- $175.00
- Regular price
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An elaborate Renaissance Revival frame crowned by a bearded Bacchus mask, with grape clusters nestled around his head. Associated with wine and revelry in Roman mythology, Bacchus was a fitting subject for the richly ornamented decorative metalwork of the Victorian period.
Pierced vine scrolls surround an arched rectangular opening, with a finely patterned inner border, a prominent leaf ornament below, and pendant finials at the lower corners. The design closely resembles examples attributed to Bradley & Hubbard, the Connecticut firm celebrated for its lamps and decorative household metalwork. Its sculptural detail makes a beautiful surround for a small portrait, photograph, or engraving.
Origin: Late 19th–early 20th century; attributed to Bradley & Hubbard, Meriden, Connecticut.
Material: Cast brass.
Dimensions: 15" L x 9.5" W; 8" L x 5" W (picture)
Condition: Wear to the finish, oxidation, and surface marks throughout. Metal backing panel and hanging ring present; no easel stand present. Some backing fasteners appear absent. Please review photographs.