Wide historical decorative frame in the style of late classicism. Probably 1st half of 20th century. Wood, stucco applications, silver leaf metal overlay and with gold imitating yellowish coating. Fluted profile with cross-fluted moulding, decorated with ribbon-shaped mirrors in the middle. The corner cartouches in the form of rocailles and acanthus vines on a diamond-shaped ornamented ground. Side fillet ending in descending stepped profile with sloping finial. Three flaws at the bottom and left and slightly rubbed. With stress cracks at the corners. Dimensions: r. 106 x 95.5 cm, fold 13.5 x 8 cm, profile 14 x 8.5 cm.

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