{"product_id":"antique-hand-carved-florentine-giltwood-ribbon-bow-frame-bartolozzi-e-maioli-florence-italy","title":"Antique Hand-Carved Florentine Giltwood Ribbon \u0026 Bow Frame, Bartolozzi E Maioli, Florence, Italy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional antique Florentine giltwood frame bearing the original workshop label of Bartolozzi e Maioli, a respected carving studio located on historic Via Maggio in Florence, one of Italy’s renowned centers for fine frame making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntirely hand-carved from solid wood, the frame is richly ornamented with elegant ribbon-and-bow motifs inspired by the Louis XVI tradition. The original gilded surface has developed a beautiful aged patina, with areas of warm red bole emerging beneath the gold. This traditional bole layer was applied before gilding to enrich the luminosity of the gold leaf and remains one of the hallmarks of fine European craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse retains its original artisan label reading:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBartolozzi e Maioli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntaglio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVia Maggio Rosso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirenze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original back construction further supports its authenticity and reflects traditional Florentine workshop methods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts generous proportions make it ideal for displaying an oil painting, portrait, antique print, mirror, or custom artwork. The restrained elegance of the carving allows it to complement both traditional and contemporary interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA scarce opportunity to acquire an authentic labeled Florentine frame with exceptional hand carving, original gilding, and outstanding decorative presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Overall: 19” W × 18” H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Sight opening: 12¼” W × 10¼” H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition with age-appropriate wear, minor losses, surface patina, and visible red bole consistent with an original giltwood frame of this period. The wear enhances its authenticity and character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage American Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54977697153346,"sku":null,"price":1700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/9232\/5954\/files\/6E645F77-0187-44E4-9791-E65A5D29DC73.webp?v=1783867534","url":"https:\/\/vintageamericanhome.com\/products\/antique-hand-carved-florentine-giltwood-ribbon-bow-frame-bartolozzi-e-maioli-florence-italy","provider":"Vintage American Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}