Large Louis XIV/regency-style Frame In Gilded Stucco – Napoleon III Period – 105 X 85 Cm

A striking and elegant large-format frame made of wood and gilded stucco, in theLouis XIV / Regency style

Dating from the second half of the 19th century (theNapoleon III period), this frame features a richly detailed design, characterized bypowerful, projecting corner cartouches adorned with stylized shells,volutes, and dynamic foliage.
The backgrounds are delicately enlivened with“à la Berain” barleycorn-patterned checkerboard motifs, creating a magnificentplay of light. Its reverse-sloping profile is ideal for addingdepth to a work of art or for incorporating a living room mirror.
The back, sound and original, is reinforced by its period corner keys.
Condition :
The piece is in good overall condition for a household item. A few slight signs of use, minorstucco, and normal wear on the gilding, which give it a very beautifulauthentic patina.
The structure is perfectly stable.
Technical specifications:
Style: Louis XIV / Regency (19th-century style) Period: 19th century – Napoleon III
Materials: Wooden core, molded stucco decoration, gilding, and red backing
External dimensions: 126.5 cm × 106 cm
Frame dimensions (size of the painting or mirror to be inserted): 105 cm × 85 cm