DESCRIPTION
A pair of vintage brass photo frames—as close to a matched set as vintage gets. Both have ornate twisted rope-style borders in burnished gold/brass, clear glass fronts, burgundy backing, and working easel stands for tabletop display.
The brass shows real age and patina, which is part of their charm. They're functional and ready to display. Frame them side by side, or separate and place them around a room.
These are solid, unpretentious objects designed to do one job well: hold a photograph and stand on a desk or dresser.
What you're getting:
- 2 vintage brass photo frames
- Dimensions: 6 inches (H) × 4 inches (W) outside
- Materials: Brass or brass-plated metal frame; clear glass front
- Border style: Ornate twisted rope / beaded design
- Backing: Burgundy or maroon fabric/paper
- Easel back: Yes, both fully functional
- Condition: Vintage, good, with patina consistent with age
- Close to matched pair
The right piece for you:
You'll want these if you collect vintage brass frames, if you need tabletop display stands that actually work, or if you like the way old frames look—honest, weighted, real. They're the kind of frames you might find on a dresser in a guest bedroom, holding photographs no one has updated since 1985.
Display family photos, vintage postcards, concert tickets, a favorite illustration. The easels are solid and the glass is clear.
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
- Both frames fully functional
- Easel backs intact and stable
- Glass clear and unbroken
- Metal frames structurally sound
- Ornate borders complete and crisp
- Burgundy backing intact
Issues / Wear
- Brass shows patina and age marks consistent with decades of use
- Glass may have minor dust or interior particles (can be cleaned)
- Backing paper/fabric shows age
- No chips to glass or major damage
- Patina is authentic and adds character
See all photos for condition—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
- Near Fine — minimal wear; clean throughout.
- Very Good — light wear; clean; minor age marks.
- Good — noticeable wear; patina visible; fully functional.
- Fair — significant wear; heavy tarnish; complete but worn.
Collector's Notes
Vintage brass photo frames in working order are increasingly hard to find. Most end up dented, stripped of glass, or with broken easels. This pair has both frames intact, both easels working, and both glasses clear. The ornate border is a classic design that works with almost any décor style. The fact that they're "nearly matched" but not identical is part of their appeal—it suggests they weren't designed to be a set, but found their way together.
Two working frames from an era when frames were made to last and sit on a dresser, not a wall. Real brass. Real patina. Real function.
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Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.
Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.
