Custom Carved — Hand Finished
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.
In addition to our vast selection of custom picture frame profiles, we provide a full suite of archival fine art framing services.
Samples available may vary in our showroom at the time of your appointment.
If there is a specific profile you are interested in, please let us know.
We have thousands of frame profiles available for view in our showroom.
Custom designed and made to order.
These are just a sampling of the custom frame options that are available.
Contact us to learn more and start a project today.
Recent Projects Featured in Our Blog
Museum Quality Framing of Guitare et partition sur guéridon, by Pablo Picasso
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”.
Art Deco Framing for a 1920s Gelatin Silver Print
A handcrafted Art Deco frame, water-gilded in 12k white gold over dark green bole with an incised deco band pattern, archivally houses a 1920s gelatin silver print portrait behind Museum Glass® for lasting protection and clarity.
Archival Framing of an Autographed Michael Jackson Thriller Album
A signed Michael Jackson Thriller album cover and its vinyl record come together in an archival shadowbox frame, mounted without permanent alteration and protected behind UV-filtering Museum Glass
Setting the Stage: Custom Framing for an Original Fu Manchu Lithograph
A 1940 lithograph promoting magician Fu Manchu (David Bamberg) receives an archival, Art Deco–inspired frame with hand-wrapped silk and suede mats and Museum Glass, extending the visual drama of the original composition.
An Inspired Charles Prendergast Frame for a Turn of the Century Portrait
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”.
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Main Location
840 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago IL 60642
Mon-Fri: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
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Sun: Closed
Complimentary parking is available in the loading zone in front of the building
We can also serve you by appointment at our other locations in the Chicagoland area.
Additional Locations
Schiller Park • Highland Park • Lake Forest • Lincoln Park • Nashville, TN
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