Small framed canvas print, handmade to look like a Victorian-era antique oil painting. This frame is a faithful reproduction of an 1800's Victorian frame. Plaster is poured into a silicone mold made from the one-of-a-kind original frame. Every detail has been captured in the mold, producing a copy that includes the fine cracks and worn details of the original, to make a truly antique looking frame. The print is on beautifully textured 100% cotton canvas. Like a real framed oil painting, there is no glass; the canvas is stretched with a paper covering the back of the frame. The canvas is coated with a satin sealant to replicate the sheen of an oil painting. You can now get the look and charm of a real antique painting at a more affordable price.

I use Hydrocal, a very strong plaster, to make the frame. I do not use resin as resin is a type of plastic. Plaster is natural, non-toxic and environmentally-friendly. The frame is strong and will not break easily, but it should be handled with care, just as you would a real antique frame. It is a bit heavier then a wood frame, but still light at two pounds. On the back of the frame is an embedded brass hanger, to hang with an included brass-head European picture pin.

The gold finish is a real metallic coating that is added to the mold before plaster is poured. The gold finish is then antiqued and toned to match the original gold frame. The black frame is hand painted and has a slightly reflective shine but overall matte appearance.

All of the paintings I reproduce are works that are in the public domain, and all credit is given to the artists. Because I think it is important to do these artists the honor of acknowledging their work, each print comes with a card providing the artists name, as well as the name and date of the artwork.

Every artwork is packaged in a custom-made gift box that doesn't require additional wrapping, should you wish to gift the artwork. The gift box is then packaged in a shipping box, to ensure a safe arrival. Packaging is 100% plastic free. Instructions and the artwork information are provided in a beautifully printed glassine envelope on the front of the gift box.

Also available as canvas print in various sizes if you have a frame of your own:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1189963906

ABOUT THE ART:

The New Novel by Winslow Homer c.1877

As all items are made to order, photos shown are just examples.
Making a copy of the frame with the intention to sell it is strictly prohibited.