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Dutch interiors in the 16th century lacked an abundance of interior light; a dark and austere frame design that would not distract from the paintings was preferred. Simple border frames were developed and used into the 17th century; a cove or panel profile was frequently made of ebony or finished in an ebonized or dark wood finish. More complex frames with ‘ripple’ mouldings usually referred to as Dutch were actually more often made in Flanders,Germany, Spain, or Italy and rarely made in Holland. These frame designs were revived in the late 19th century and early 20th centuries when they were occasionally gilded.
Receding – Also known as reverse profile, a type of molding in which the inner frame edge is higher than the outer edge, sloping downward toward the wall. This creates the visual effect of pushing the painting forward.
LOWY VIRTUAL FRAMING
Curious to see how your art could look hanging on a wall in a Lowy frame? Using Lowy's Virtual Framing Tool, you can see what your painting could look like in different frames and even how it could look hanging on your wall.
Lowy's Virtual Framing Tool guides you through the simple process. All you'll need to get started is a JPG photo of the unframed artwork, the artwork's dimensions and a photo of your wall.
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Is there a piece in your collection that you know would look so much better in a new frame? Do you have a large collection of art that needs all new frames but don’t know where to start? Are you searching for a creative solution to display a family heirloom but need some help? Lowy has you covered.
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