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English frame designs were greatly influenced by French and Dutch styles. Although frames were often mass produced in the 19th century and the gilded ornamentation was usually cast in plaster or ‘compo’ instead of hand-carved, many exquisite designs were created during this time such as frames associated with the Pre-Raphaelite and Aesthetic Movements. The reeded or Whistler style frame, widely made in late 19th century England and America, was used extensively by James Abbott McNeil Whistler.
Sweep – A frame design in which the top rail is curved or swept (instead of straight) between ornate corner and center cartouches. Common in mid-18th-century Rococo frames, particularly Louis XV style, but also found in English and Venetian designs.
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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