TRAMP ART FRAME

A Tramp art frame, crafted between 1900 and 1910.

This exceptional wooden frame accommodates 6 smaller pictures. You can frame your family, ancestors, or leave original photographs inside. Alternatively, let your imagination run wild and use it for other pictures or small mirrors. The photographs already inside depict a Slovenian family from the early 20th century, signed on the back, accompanied by a letter, adding an extra charm that transports us to the past.

Tramp art, also known as “whittled art,” was popular from the 1870s to the 1940s. Its origins are somewhat unclear, but it is believed to have evolved from the folk art tradition of carving. Cigar boxes and pieces of wood from dismantled crates were carved and assembled into picture frames, decorated boxes, and even pieces of furniture. The style is thought to have originated in Germany and Scandinavia but can be found in many industrialized countries. While there is some truth to the myth that tramp art was created by hobos who traded their creations for food and lodging, many of its craftsmen were skilled artisans who dedicated much time to their creative endeavors. Most tramp art pieces are unsigned and undated, adding to the mystique that surrounds them.

You can read more about Tramp art in our blog post: https://raroantiques.com/tramp-art-potepuska-umetnost

Dimensions: 67.5 x 42.5 x 5 cm

Weight: 2 kg

The frame is excellently preserved.