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Modern Picture Frames

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Amuneal’s Modern Easels (Large)
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal’s modern easels offer a sculptural display system for your favorite artwork and photos. Our blackened steel and aluminum supports clamp your images between two sheets of ?” t...
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2010s American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Very Large Asprey Modern Frame for Portrait or Landscape Picture, 1916
Located in New York, NY
George V sterling silver frame. Made by Asprey in London in 1916. Flat and plain rectangular surround. With glass, silk lining, and velvet back and hinged easel support for portrait ...
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1910s British Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Black Lucite and Brass Decor Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning modernist picture frame was designed in Italy. The rare piece was expertly crafted circa 1970. The photo frame boasts a refined minimalist form featuring a thick black ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Brass

Modernist Spice Brown Calf Leather Picture Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
This luxury modernist leather picture frame was expertly crafted in England circa 1970. The piece features fine-grain calf leather in a warm, spice-brown color. The easel and back ar...
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1970s English Vintage Modern Picture Frames

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Leather

Italian Photo Frame Modern Wood, Humour Pink Wood
Located in Sarezzo, IT
Humour wood is a phot frame of the Italian collection of photo frames Laura G Art with Heart realized by Italian handcrafts in natural wood. painted in fuchsia acrylic. It is a very funny and beautiful photo frame for your images of life. It can be hanged at a wall as well, and you may create a wonderful wall decorated as designed by an artist. It is “c'est la vie Art with Heart “ , bring a piece of Italy into your home. You may simply keep the photo frame on your table, as a wonderful top photo frame for your photos. Humour pink wood may hold 4 photos, each one size, 3.9 x 3.1 inches (10 x 8 cm) or 2 long photos...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Wood

Edouard Rambaud Paris Ornate Gilt Metal Picture Frame, circa 1990
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning gilt metal picture frame, designed by French designer Edouard Rambaud, is the perfect accessory to showcase your treasured memories. This sophisticated photo frame, cre...
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1990s French Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Christian Dior Chrome and Brass Modernist Multi-View Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional modernist Christian Dior Paris picture frame boasts an iconic Avant-Garde, rounded geometric design with a mosaic structure in gilt brass and chromed metal, offering...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Alvar Aalto Modernist Pine Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning pine wood photo frame, designed by renowned Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto, captures the essence of Scandinavian craftsmanship. The rare piece was crafted c...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Pine

Picture Frame Medium Vertical in Amethyst
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Amethyst, Rock Crystal

Picture Frame Medium Horizontal Amethyst
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Amethyst, Rock Crystal

Italian Photo Frame Handmade Wood, Double Heart
Located in Sarezzo, IT
Double Heart is a unique arge Italian hand crafted wood double photo frame by sculptor Massimo Pasini. Wood is a very warm material and it is very m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Wood

Red Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red shagreen leather and nickel-plated photo frame with presentation red leather box by Fabio Ltd Height: 10 inches / Width: 8.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch Photo size: 5 inches by 7 inch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Nickel

Contemporary Handmade Aquamarine Vertical Crystal Picture Frame by Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2021 Collection of picture frames by Ghirò Studio. Vertical picture frame of excellent workmanship and artistic quality. The rounded edges give harmony and elegance. The high tran...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Glass

Christian Dior Stitched Leather Double View Travel Folding Picture Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
This sophisticated leather picture frame was designed for the Christian Dior Interior Collection circa 1990. The beautiful, bright green leather with a pattern has a hand-stitched fi...
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1990s French Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Amuneal’s Modern Easels (Small)
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal’s modern easels offer a sculptural display system for your favorite artwork and photos. Our blackened steel and aluminum supports clamp your images between two sheets of 3/8”...
Category

2010s American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

95 Victor Vasarely - Serigraphie 100X100
Located in Brussels, BE
Screen printing signed by Victor Vasarely number 73/300 in Aluminium frame Please feel free to contact us for any additional information. We would be more than happy to assist you ...
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1670s Austrian Antique Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco Engraved Glass Frame
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Deco Engraved glass Frame. The frame stands 5" x 6" x 3" deep will hold a 3"x 4" photograph.
Category

20th Century French Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Engraved Glass Frame
Art Deco Engraved Glass Frame
$716 Sale Price
20% Off
Picture Frame Medium Vertical in Black Quartz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow and ivory shagreen leather and 24 karate gold-plated photo frame by Fabio Ltd Height: 10.5 inches / Width: 8.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch Photo size: 5 inches by 7 inches LAST 1 i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Gold

Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
$750 Sale Price
40% Off
Green Murano Glass and Brass Picture Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A refined Italian picture frame from the mid-20th century, beautifully crafted in handblown Murano glass. The frame features a bold green hue with a twisted, textured surface that re...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Murano Glass

Picture Frame Large Horizontal in Clear Quartz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Rock Crystal

Italian modern lucite frame for Guzzini, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern lucite frame for Guzzini, 1970s Transparent lucite frame composed of two pieces, a square base with a recess into which a round is inserted. Produced by Guzzini in 197...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Lucite

Pierre Cardin Paris Glass Photo Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Cardin Paris glass photo frame featuring a reflective, beveled design with a modern silver border. The frame has a sophisticated, mirror-like finish that enhances the display ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Set of Two Handmade Aquamarine Crystal Photo Frames by Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2021 Collection of picture frames by Ghirò Studio. Set of two photo frames, one horizontal and one vertical, of excellent workmanship and artistic quality. The rounded edges give har...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Glass

Picture Frame Large Vertical in Black Quartz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Lorin Marsh Bullnose Brown Leather Embossed Lizard Polished Nickel Picture Frame
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Lorin Marsh "BULLNOSE" picture frame in a rich chocolate brown lizard embossed leather and polished nickel case, finished all the way around Item#: 6005671 Measurements: ...
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20th Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Nickel

Picture Frame Large Vertical in Amethyst
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Amethyst, Rock Crystal

Clear Murano Glass and Brass Picture Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant Italian picture frame from the mid-20th century, crafted in handblown Murano glass with a delicately twisted, textured surface that captures and refracts light. The clear ...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Brass

Shagreen with Multi-Color Stones Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black shagreen leather with multi-color stone inserts and nickel-plated picture frames by Fabio Ltd Measures: Height 13.5 inches, width 11.5 inches, depth 1 inch Photo size 8 inches ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Stone, Nickel

Picture Frame Large Horizontal in Amethyst
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Amethyst, Rock Crystal

Pink Murano Glass and Brass Picture Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sophisticated mid-20th century Italian picture frame, crafted in Murano with exceptional glassmaking artistry. The frame displays a radiant pink hue, enriched with a twisted, textu...
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Art Glass

Owl Butterfly with frame - 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Owl embalmed butterfly species. Suffed brown butterfly with frame, 1970s. 19 x 25 cm. Good conditions!
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Animal Skin

Owl Butterfly with frame - 1970s
Owl Butterfly with frame - 1970s
$315 Sale Price
30% Off
Italian Handmade Photo Frame Black White Plexi, Otto Sharing Black
Located in Sarezzo, IT
Sharing Otto back is a unique multiples edition of Art with Heart collection of pop recto-verso photo frames by Laura G Italy. It is beautiful wherever you look at it, its surface is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Plexiglass

Large Viscount David Linley Burr Walnut Satinwood Sycamore Overmantle Mirror
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this absolutely exquisite original stamped Viscount David Linley overmantel wall mirror in Sycamore, burr walnut and satinwood The mirror truly is impres...
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20th Century British Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Satinwood, Sycamore, Walnut

Amazing, Italian Photo Frame in Lacquered Wood in Shades of Pink, Italy 1980
Located in Catania, IT
Circular Italian photo frame in lacquered wood in shades of pink. Italy 1980. magnificent object ideal for elegantly furnishing your home, very particular the gold decoration that embellishes this wonderful photo frame even more. Item that will serve to brighten your days thinking about the happy...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Handmade Aquamarine Crystal Horizontal Photo Frame by Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2021 Collection of picture frames by Ghirò Studio. Picture frame of excellent workmanship and artistic quality. The rounded edges give harmony and el...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Glass

Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – REGULAR - 32x42
Located in Orlando, FL
Crafted with Ananas's innovative design and expert craftsmanship, this solid wood decorative frame brings a sophisticated touch to your living spaces. Made from 100% natural oak wood...
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2010s Turkish Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Wood, Oak

Animalier Pattern Frame hand painted Sterling Silver Enamel Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with hand-painted fired enamel spotted tiger fur type in a modern contemporary style. External measurements cm. 14 x 17.5, i...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Red Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red shagreen leather and 24 karat gold-plated photo frame with presentation red leather box by Fabio Ltd Height: 13 inches / Width: 11.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch Photo Size: 8 inches ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Gold Plate

Red Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
Red Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
$750 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Red Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red shagreen leather and 24-karat gold-plated frame with presentation red leather box by Fabio Ltd Height: 13 inches / Width: 11.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch Photo size: 8 inches by 10 i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Gold Plate

Green and Red Enamel Square Photo Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This square green and red enamel photo frame offers a bold and modern aesthetic with a refined luxury touch. The frame features a deep glossy green enamel face bordered by a contrast...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Acrylic

Golden Ginkgo Frame - Luxurious Golden Metal Photo Frame with Ginkgo Leaf Design
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Golden Ginkgo Frame - Luxurious golden metal photo frame with ginkgo leaf design. Description Discover the Golden Ginkgo Frame, a luxurious photo frame inspired by the intricate sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Small-Sized Photo Frame with White Border, in Silver Metal and Blue Enamel.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elephant photo frame with white border, in silver metal and blue enamel, small size model. Cherish happy times spent with your little ones in this adorable elephant-shaped family ph...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Acerbis Gigiona by Olimpia Zagnoli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Seductive yet naïve, Gigiona is a modular and ever-changing piece, to be observed and reassembled each time with fresh eyes. Made from Murano glass, it consists of six coloured and t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Murano Glass

Acerbis Gigiona by Olimpia Zagnoli
Acerbis Gigiona by Olimpia Zagnoli
$4,869 Sale Price / item
15% Off
Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – REGULAR - 32x42
Located in Orlando, FL
Crafted with Ananas's innovative design and expert craftsmanship, this solid wood decorative frame brings a sophisticated touch to your living spaces. Made from 100% natural oak wood...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Wood, Oak

Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – EDGE - 23x32
Located in Orlando, FL
Crafted entirely from natural solid oak wood, this decorative wooden picture frame gains a unique character from the distinct texture and grain of each piece of wood. The kiln-dried ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Wood, Oak

1990s Modern Black Lacquered Wood Italian Square Picture Frame by Bussolari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Vintage 1990s Bussolari Italian Square Picture Frame This is a beautiful and authentic vintage picture frame from the 1990s, designed and crafted by the Italian brand Bussolari. Made...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

An High Quality 1990s Modern Wood Italian Picture Frame by Borbonese
Located in Aci Castello, IT
High Quality 1990s Modern Wood Italian Picture Frame by Borbonese Elevate your cherished memories with this exquisite 1990s modern picture frame by the renowned Italian luxury brand,...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

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Silver Plate

Longchamp Paris Black Stitched Leather Picture Frame, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
Longchamp, Paris, designed this exquisite modern leather picture frame. The piece was expertly crafted in France circa 1980. The black calfskin leather has a distinctive pattern and ...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Brass

A 1980s Elegant Italian Picture Frame in the style of Gucci Home
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A rectangular picture frame designed and manufactured in Italy in the Eighties by MB Italy, the silver plated and gilde metal remembers The style of Gucci home of the period. It's in...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Silver Plate

Solid Wood Decorative Frame, Oak – REGULAR - 52x72
Located in Orlando, FL
These 52x72 cm natural wooden picture frames from the REGULAR series are entirely handcrafted, bringing the natural beauty and durability of oak wood into your living spaces. Offerin...
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2010s Turkish Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Wood, Oak

Italian Yellow Leather and Suede Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian light-yellow leather picture frame with suede backing, circa early 21st century. Frame was made in Italy for Barneys New York as marked on back, please see image ...
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2010s Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Leather, Suede

Italian Modern Picture with Geometric Decoration Prints, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Picture with geometric decoration prints, 1980s Set of four triangular-shaped picture with prints depicting colored circles and geometric figures. The frames are original and made to...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Gucci Stitched Chocolate Leather Picture Frame, circa 1990
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian designer Gucci created this exceptional leather picture frame for its Interior Collection. The rare piece was crafted in Italy circa 1990. The photo frame boasts the timeless...
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1990s Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Leather

Red Jasper Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ivory shagreen leather with red jasper stones and gold-plated picture frame by Fabio Ltd Measures: Height 8 inches / width 6 inches / depth 1 inch Photo size: 4 inches by 6 inches LA...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Gold

Gucci Silvered and Gilded Picture Frame, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bring a touch of timeless luxury to your private interior with this exceptional Gucci-designed picture frame, a true masterpiece from the brand's prestigious Interior Collection. Exp...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Gold Plate

Christian Dior Sterling Silver Two Views Picture Frame with Bow Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
Christian Dior Paris designed this superb sterling silver picture frame for The Dior Interior Collection. The piece was expertly crafted in France circa 1980. With its double-oval pe...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gucci Beige Ebony GG Supreme Leather, Canvas Monogram Bi-Fold Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gucci GG Supreme beige canvas and black leather bi-fold picture frame. Late 20th century Beige Ebony GG Supreme canvas Black leather ...
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20th Century Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Gucci Liberty Flower Picture Frame, circa 2000
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian designer Gucci designed this stunning picture frame. The photo frame features PU paper with textured patterns in a timeless and elegant "Liberty Flower" design, available in ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Stitched Patchwork Leather and Chrome Picture Frame by Del Conte, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Del Conte Italian Leather and Chrome Picture Frame A striking example of Italian luxury craftsmanship, this rare picture frame by renowned designer Del Conte was meticulously crafted...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Modern picture frames for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern picture frames for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage picture frames created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, wall decorations, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern picture frames made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original picture frames, popular names associated with this style include Fabio Ltd, Berd Vay'e, Christian Dior, and Dior Home. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for picture frames differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $60 and tops out at $82,819 while the average work can sell for $979.

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