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- NameplateA plaque placed on the center of the lower frame rail, that can be made of engraved metal, or calligraphed gold leaf on wood, that usually includes the title, artist and select dates.
- Newcomb-macklin CompanyA firm that produced hand-carved, gilded frames in Chicago from 1883-1979. Their building was located at 2 West Kinzie and is still standing today. They are best known for their frames from the Arts and Crafts movement between 1900-1925.
- NewsprintA highly acidic paper made out of wood pulp used for newspapers and as a sketch paper for students. It quickly degrades over time and is not recommended as a support for longer term artwork.
- Non-glare GlassGlass with an etched surface designed to soften reflected light.
- NorpicoFirm that fabricated reproduction mirrors in Chicago in the 20th century.
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- NameplateA plaque placed on the center of the lower frame rail, that can be made of engraved metal, or calligraphed gold leaf on wood, that usually includes the title, artist and select dates.
- Newcomb-macklin CompanyA firm that produced hand-carved, gilded frames in Chicago from 1883-1979. Their building was located at 2 West Kinzie and is still standing today. They are best known for their frames from the Arts and Crafts movement between 1900-1925.
- NewsprintA highly acidic paper made out of wood pulp used for newspapers and as a sketch paper for students. It quickly degrades over time and is not recommended as a support for longer term artwork.
- Non-glare GlassGlass with an etched surface designed to soften reflected light.
- NorpicoFirm that fabricated reproduction mirrors in Chicago in the 20th century.
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