Stretcher ALL0-9ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ« Back to Glossary IndexTags: Frames, Historic Frames, PaintingsA stretcher is a wooden frame designed to support stretched canvas. Stretchers are designed for the insertion of keys to adjust canvas tension. Related Articles: Before and After-The Treatment of a Mid Century Still Life PaintingA great before and after example of a recent painting treatment. Through surface cleaning and minor conservation intervention, the painting now represents the artist’s original intention and is now back on display. Collection Care-PaintingsCollection Care-Handling Fine ArtAntique Trader-Solving Mystery ProvenanceIt’s Never Too Late – The Marriage of a 19th Century Portrait and FrameRelated Glossary Terms: Gallery WrapRiser« Back to Glossary Index