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Hand-enhanced antique photographic portrait of a young woman, carved wooden frame
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Some objects transcend time with a presence that goes beyond their simple decorative function. This portrait is a beautiful example of that. Created in the 1920s, it immortalizes a young woman with a deep gaze, from that pivotal interwar period when dress codes evolved without abandoning elegance. The photograph is signed by the Photo Star studio in Lyon. The original photograph was delicately hand-enhanced, a technique much appreciated in the early 20th century, which involved adding subtle touches of color to give portraits more life and softness. The blue hues of the dress, the complexion of the face, and the fineness of the details bear witness to this now-lost expertise. The piece is presented in its period carved wooden frame, adorned with an elegant Louis XVI ribbon-knot pediment and finely crafted friezes of pearls and heart-and-dart motifs. This frame fully contributes to the charm of the work and gives it a remarkable presence, both in a classic interior and in a characterful decor. Beyond its aesthetic quality, this portrait tells the silent story of an unknown woman whose face has transcended nearly a century. One can imagine it hanging on a wallpapered wall, caught by the light of a late afternoon, bringing to life family albums, photographic studios of yesteryear, and the desire to preserve the memory of a precious moment. The frame measures approximately 40 x 50 cm and shows a patina consistent with its age, with some traces of time on the wood and the back testifying to its authenticity.
Additional details:
- Brand: Photo Star Lyon
- Style: Louis XVI
- Material: bois sculpté
- Material: photographie
- Period: 1920s
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ConditionVery goodColorsBlueStyleVintage
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ProfessionalSaint symphorien des bois, FranceOn Whoppah since August 2026 • 0 sales