Reflective of design in the early 18th century during the reign of Louis XV, this gilded 22K gold pastel frame has an elegantly scooped back accented with bead ornamentation. The ornamented top edge has a stylized leaf pattern, which leads to a matte finish ogee panel features a stylized pattern drawing your eye toward the inside of the frame.
73877 22K gold, 3” wide
French Design Origin:
During the reign of Louis XV, interior decoration, including frame design, came to the forefront. The styles of the time reflected more curves and circles replicating scrollwork and swags used in interior design and artwork. When Louis XVI became King in 1774, his reign marked a return to the classics – the Neoclassical period. Designs during this time became simpler, with straighter lines and more symmetry; colours used were lighter in tone, and ornamentation became more delicate.
The French style frames, authentically replicate the exquisite patterns and ornamentations of these various times. The elegant gilding and soft patinas on these frames come together to bring you fine finished corner frames with French style.
