Art Deco Gilt Frame

Art Deco Gilt Frame: Geometric Glamour Meets Gilded Heritage by International Tanjore Arts

Introduce the streamlined elegance and geometric sophistication of the Art Deco era, fused with the opulent, enduring craft of genuine gold leaf with the Art Deco Gilt Frame from International Tanjore Arts. This unique offering is a stunning exploration of how classical Indian gilding techniques can transcend traditional iconography to meet a bold, modern aesthetic. This isn't just a frame; it’s a piece of architectural jewelry, designed to elevate cherished photographs, prints, or mirrors with unparalleled glamour and structural beauty.

This frame stands as a testament to the versatility of the Tanjore style (Thanjavur), demonstrating its ability to adapt the highest standards of craft to global design movements. International Tanjore Arts utilizes the signature techniques to achieve a distinctly Art Deco flair:

• Geometric Relief Work: The defining feature is the frame’s construction, which utilizes traditional muck work (relief plaster) to build up sharp, repeating geometric patterns—stepped motifs, sunbursts, chevrons, and clean, angular borders—all hallmarks of the 1920s and 30s Art Deco style. This high-relief structuring gives the frame a powerful, three-dimensional presence.
• Intense 22-Carat Gold Foil: The entire surface of the relief structure is meticulously blanketed in genuine 22-carat gold foil. This generous application of gold ensures the frame radiates with continuous, reflective brilliance. The high contrast of the gold against the sharp geometric lines maximizes the frame's luxurious, structural impact.
• Contrasting Pigment Inlays: Subtle areas within the stepped or recessed sections of the frame are often filled with deep, contrasting pigments—such as matte black, forest green, or sapphire blue. This contrast emphasizes the geometry and the reflective quality of the gold, creating a dynamic, high-glamour visual effect true to the Art Deco aesthetic.
• Minimalist Embellishment: Unlike traditional Tanjore pieces, the embellishment is minimal, focusing only on the geometry and the gleam of the gold. Any stone work is restrained and purely structural, ensuring the clean, bold lines remain the primary focus.

The Art Deco Gilt Frame by International Tanjore Arts is the perfect statement piece for a gallery wall, a distinguished entryway, or anywhere you wish to blend the historical richness of gold craftsmanship with the clean, sophisticated lines of modern design.

Frame your memories in the ultimate style—timeless gold and modern structure. Choose the Art Deco Gilt Frame from International Tanjore Arts, where ancient technique meets geometric glamour.