Unique Frames
These frames are made of basswood, are joined with splines, and are hand gessoed. The colored patterns are achieved by scratching through the egg tempera paint, a technique called sgraffito, to reveal the gold beneath. Call or email for a quote to order a particular size.
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Red sgraffito Florentine style frame, 8” X 10”. Outside dimensions 11.75” X 13.75″
Art Nouveau style carved basswood frame and liner, gilded in white and yellow gold leaf.
18” W X 24” H. Outside dimensions are 31.5 “ W X 37.5” H
Blue sgraffito Florentine style frame, 12” X 16”. Outside dimensions 15.75” X 19.75”