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<p>[QUOTE="dgbjwc, post: 223422, member: 308"]I can't help on the glass but the frame looks to me like it might have been repaired. Those may not be the original nails. I think it fell on that one damaged corner and needed to be reassembled. The indentations in the nails were caused by a nailset. I did picture framing for awhile and I used that tool to "set" the nail flush with the wood so the end didn't stick out. If the nail was a bit on the soft side it left the indentation you see. It can't be used an indicator of age.</p><p><br /></p><p>The wood itself has me a little baffled. It must have been made to be reversible. First time I've come across this that I can remember. I think I see the remains of gold paint on the sides, so some of all of it may have been gilded at one point. What I don't see is holes for a hanging wire. Given the style I can only assume it was on the top. From the style I'd date it at 1930's - 1940's give or take. Both front and back styles were pretty common. Hope this helps.</p><p>Don[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="dgbjwc, post: 223422, member: 308"]I can't help on the glass but the frame looks to me like it might have been repaired. Those may not be the original nails. I think it fell on that one damaged corner and needed to be reassembled. The indentations in the nails were caused by a nailset. I did picture framing for awhile and I used that tool to "set" the nail flush with the wood so the end didn't stick out. If the nail was a bit on the soft side it left the indentation you see. It can't be used an indicator of age. The wood itself has me a little baffled. It must have been made to be reversible. First time I've come across this that I can remember. I think I see the remains of gold paint on the sides, so some of all of it may have been gilded at one point. What I don't see is holes for a hanging wire. Given the style I can only assume it was on the top. From the style I'd date it at 1930's - 1940's give or take. Both front and back styles were pretty common. Hope this helps. Don[/QUOTE]
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