Painting Frames "Diana" |
| • Serie: Santen • Width: 20mm • Height: 18mm |
| The Diana picture frame combines solid wood with a subtly shaded, two-tone finish. Depending on the light, the pale light blue shifts between a pale blue and a deeper shade of blue. Delicate longitudinal grooves, the brushed texture and the patina give the surface a lively appearance without overshadowing the artwork. Golden inner and outer edges reflect the light more warmly and deliberately feature small, darker traces of an antique finish. Measuring 20 mm in width and 18 mm in height, the profile is narrow yet three-dimensionally structured. The blue central panel is slightly recessed and is framed on both sides by raised gold lines. In particular, the bolder, softly rounded inner edge draws the eye to the picture and creates a clear visual separation between the image and its surroundings. The finer outer edge provides a calm finish where the frame meets the wall. This design is reminiscent of the tradition of coloured gallery frames, in which a coloured panel was set between gilded borders. Such profiles were often used to echo individual tones in the picture whilst simultaneously emphasising the picture opening. We particularly recommend Diana for seascape watercolours or atmospheric landscapes. It looks at its best when shades of blue, grey or warm light tones recur in the subject. |
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