Sometimes we're called upon to make frames that open, to allow access to what's inside. Recently we framed an old and valuable woven basket from Vanuatu. That natural object has a tendency to drop little bits, which gather in the bottom of the frame. By fitting the frame with turn buttons. we made it possible to pop the mounted work out of the frame so the frame can be cleaned out.
Last year we framed a restored fob watch, a family treasure. We built a box to stand on a sideboard. The front of the frame is a lid which can be removed to allow the watch to be wound.
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Since framing is as much about protecting your art as it is about making it look wonderful, the choice of materials is important. The link in this post is about art glass, our clearest, most conserving glass. Amazing clarity and almost total protection from UV light. Cuts reflections in glass to almost nothing and inhibits the fading of artworks caused by UV. Next time you come to see us, ask about art glass.