White Gold

A 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.

Charles Prendergast was a renowned frame-maker at the turn of the century. This heirloom albumen print arrived at our studio for framing. We selected this 3/4″ width, Charles Prendergast-inspired frame. The two-tone 22k and 12k white gold leaf with inscribed flower blossoms at each corner provided visual interest without overwhelming the portrait. With the details of the floral design and the implementation of two different karats of gold leaf, this frame honors the vision of Prendergast by “bringing out the fine points of a good picture”.

With an atelier of woodworkers, gilders, artisans and fine framers, we create museum quality custom picture frames for clients nationwide from our studio in Chicago. We are one of the few remaining framers that still build, carve, lacquer and gild historically inspired picture frames using traditional, centuries-old techniques. This is a sampling from the vast selection of samples on view in our showroom that can each be further customized. From Old Master, Victorian, to Mid-Century or contemporary artwork from today, we can design and fabricate the right perfect frame for your masterpiece.

With an atelier of woodworkers, gilders, artisans and fine framers, we create museum quality custom picture frames for clients nationwide from our studio in Chicago. We are one of the few remaining framers that still build, carve, lacquer and gild historically inspired picture frames using traditional, centuries-old techniques. This is a sampling from the vast selection of samples on view in our showroom that can each be further customized. From Old Master, Victorian, to Mid-Century or contemporary artwork from today, we can design and fabricate the right perfect frame for your masterpiece.