Vintage framed mother and child print in an ornate gold-tone easel frame. Small tabletop reproduction after Vigée Le Brun with visible age wear and craquelure.
Details
- Vintage framed print mother and child
- Small tabletop art piece with ornate gold-tone frame
- Oval portrait print set inside a rectangular surround
- Decorative top crest with bow and leaf motif
- Easel back for tabletop display
- Approximate size: 4.75 x 4 inches
- Artwork is a vintage reproduction of Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun’s Self-Portrait with Her Daughter, Julie / Maternal Tenderness
- Color palette: warm gold, olive green background, cream dress, red sash, and soft blue-green dress accents
- Style notes: romantic Victorian-inspired image in a petite decorative frame with Hollywood Regency / French revival appeal
Suggested uses: dresser display, bookshelf art, gallery shelf layering, vanity decor, or gift for someone who loves old portrait prints
Condition Grade: Good
noticeable wear
Positives
- Frame, easel back, and image are all present
- Easel stand is attached and the piece stands for display
- Ornate bow-and-leaf crest is intact
- Portrait image remains clear and recognizable
- Gold-tone finish still gives the piece strong decorative appeal
Issues / Wear
- Noticeable age wear to the frame finish, including rubbing, darkening, and loss to the gold-tone surface
- Image surface shows pronounced craquelure / crackling across the portrait area
- Small white marks or surface losses are visible on the image, especially near the child’s dress and in the darker background
- Mat/surround area shows scattered dark spots, edge wear, and age discoloration
- Frame edges and corners show scuffs and finish wear
- Back fabric has wear, light marks, and small snags or puncture-like spots
- Metal tabs on the back show tarnish/age wear
- General age wear is visible throughout consistent with long display and handling
Collector’s Notes
This is a charming small-scale decorative piece for someone who likes classical portrait imagery without needing a large frame. The ornate top crest and warm gold finish give it that layered old-house look that works well on shelves and side tables.
A sweet vintage accent for someone who enjoys romantic portrait art with a little age and character.
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Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.